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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Birmingham Airport to Manchester from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
$22
tomorrow
$22
Thursday
$17
Friday
$22
Saturday
$20
Sunday
$20
Monday
$18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 11:40 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 6:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 4h 25m 12:55 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 5:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 15m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 3h 35m 6:00 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:35 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 50%
      2h 20m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 11:40 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 6:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 2h 55m 4:40 AM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:35 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 25m 12:55 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 5:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 15m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $13? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 59%
      2h 30m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      2:10 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 25m
      0
      2:25 AM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      3:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      3:20 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      5:50 AM
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 15m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 3h 35m 6:00 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:35 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 3h 25m 7:30 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 10:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 3h 15m 9:10 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 12:25 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 53%
      2h 15m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      9:25 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      11:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 21m
      0
      12:39 PM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      1:20 PM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 20m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 6m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 11:40 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 6:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 2h 55m 4:40 AM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:35 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 10m 12:55 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 5:05 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 3h 20m 4:20 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:40 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 3h 35m 6:10 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:45 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $13? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 59%
      2h 20m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 21m
      0
      12:39 PM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      1:20 PM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 20m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 26m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 45m 12:55 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 4:40 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 55m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 55m 4:10 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:05 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 20m 5:50 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 15m 7:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 10:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 55%
      2h 20m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 21m
      0
      12:39 PM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      1:20 PM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 20m
      0
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 6m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 55m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 55m 4:10 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:05 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 20m 5:50 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 15m 7:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 10:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 3h 20m 8:30 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 11:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 55%
      2h 30m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      8:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 7m
      0
      8:33 PM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      9:10 PM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      9:25 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      11:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 8m shorter, and you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 35m 6:00 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 9:35 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $18
National Express 6h 25m 11:40 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 6:05 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $18
National Express 4h 25m 12:55 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 5:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 4h 15m 3:15 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 7:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Birmingham Airport Birmingham Airport 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $10? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 56%
      2h 20m
      Birmingham Airport
      7 mi
      1:40 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:00 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express West Midlands
      3h 7m
      0
      8:33 PM
      Birmingham Airport
      Birmingham Airport
      9:10 PM
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      0
      National Express West Midlands
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      9:25 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      11:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 28m shorter, and you will save $5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham Airport to Manchester is $16 on 5/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham Airport and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham Airport and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Birmingham Airport to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Birmingham Airport and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 buses from Birmingham Airport to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Birmingham Airport and Manchester, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 8 times every day by bus from Birmingham Airport to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham Airport to Manchester starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 2h 55m
Earliest Bus 12:55 PM
Latest Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 74.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

Every day, 8 buses from 1 bus companies leave Birmingham Airport for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
$25
Wednesday 05/06
$22
Thursday 05/07
$17
Friday 05/08
$22
Saturday 05/09
$20
Sunday 05/10
$20
Monday 05/11
$18
Tuesday 05/12
$17
Wednesday 05/13
$20
Thursday 05/14
$18
Friday 05/15
$18
Saturday 05/16
$18
Sunday 05/17
$18
Monday 05/18
$18
Tuesday 05/19
$18
Wednesday 05/20
$18
Thursday 05/21
$16
Friday 05/22
$17
Saturday 05/23
$18
Sunday 05/24
$18
Monday 05/25
$17
Tuesday 05/26
$17
Wednesday 05/27
$17
Thursday 05/28
$17
Friday 05/29
$17
Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham Airport to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham Airport to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $17.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham Airport to Manchester, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Birmingham Airport to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Birmingham Airport to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Birmingham Airport to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Birmingham Airport to Manchester from our users.

National Express from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham Airport to Manchester:

Cheapest Price $17
Fastest Bus 2h 55m
Earliest Bus 12:55 PM
Last Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 5/5/2026

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham Airport and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham Airport and Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham Airport to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Birmingham Airport to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham Airport to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Birmingham Airport to Manchester bus

How much does a Birmingham Airport Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 3h 35m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham Airport to Manchester?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $28. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham Airport to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Birmingham Airport to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham Airport to Manchester take?

The fastest shuttle from Birmingham Airport to Manchester is offered by National Express and takes 2h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $25. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Birmingham Airport to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Birmingham Airport starts at 12:55 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Birmingham Airport to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham Airport for Manchester starts at 11:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Airport Manchester route?

When traveling by shuttle from Birmingham Airport to Manchester, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham Airport and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham Airport and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Birmingham Airport to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Birmingham Airport Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Airport Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Birmingham Airport to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Birmingham Airport to Manchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Birmingham Airport and Manchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Birmingham Airport to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Birmingham Airport and Manchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham Airport to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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