How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Manchester cost?

The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Manchester starts at R 477. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Manchester is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Manchester?

The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar, National Express, CrossCountry.

Bus London Stansted Airport to Manchester from R 477 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Stansted to Manchester on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00	Stansted Airport	4h 30m	14:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
11:20	Stansted Airport	3h 40m	15:00	Manchester Airport	No tags
15:00	Stansted Airport	3h 50m	18:50	Manchester Airport	No tags
13:50	Stansted Airport	3h 50m	17:40	Manchester Airport	No tags
17:30	Stansted Airport	6h 55m	00:25	Coach Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 477, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

241 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 297 - R 1 297	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 499 - R 1 499	Average duration6h 3m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 477 - R 747	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in London Stansted Airport and Manchester?

Stops in Stansted

A
Stansted London Airport (STN)
Terminal Rd N, Bishop's Stortford CM22 6PL, UK

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Official partners

National Express

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Staff4.7

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CrossCountry

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Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

BlaBlaCar

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Manchester by bus

How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Manchester cost?
The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Manchester starts at R 477. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?
The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Manchester is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Manchester?
The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?
When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar, National Express, CrossCountry.