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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to Manchester

Bus
Average PriceUS$34 - US$73Average Duration8h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$86 - US$86Average Duration6h 3m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$21 - US$41Average Duration3h
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Stansted to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stansted to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$49
Average Bus Trip Duration8h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance236 km
Latest bus departure6:15pm

Stansted to Manchester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Stansted - Manchester

  1. How far is Stansted from Manchester?

    The distance between Stansted and Manchester is around 241 km (149 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Stansted to Manchester?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at London Stansted Airport, in Stansted, and end it at Coach Station, in Manchester.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Stansted to Manchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Stansted to Manchester.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Stansted to Manchester.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Stansted to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Stansted by bus?

Bus from Stansted to Manchester

You can also go to Manchester by train

Train from Stansted to Manchester

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