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

The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport starts at £17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport 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 Edinburgh to Manchester Airport?

The average travel time between Edinburgh and Manchester Airport is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 175 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport?

When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

Bus Edinburgh to Manchester Airport from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 28 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:12	Waverley	3h 34m	21:46	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
20:12	Waverley	3h 30m	23:42	Manchester Airport	Fastest
18:12	Waverley	3h 34m	21:46	Manchester Airport	No tags
20:12	Waverley	3h 30m	23:42	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 29 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
09:10	Edinburgh Airport	7h 20m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 30 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
20:14	Waverley	3h 28m	23:42	Manchester Airport	Fastest
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:13	Waverley	3h 29m	13:42	Manchester Airport	No tags
09:10	Edinburgh Airport	7h 20m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:35	Bus Station	17h 50m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
09:10	Edinburgh Airport	7h 20m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:35	Bus Station	17h 50m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
09:10	Edinburgh Airport	7h 20m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
20:12	Waverley	3h 30m	23:42	Manchester Airport	Fastest
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
		09:10	Edinburgh Airport	7h 20m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
20:12	Waverley	3h 30m	23:42	Manchester Airport	Fastest
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:48 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester Airport. The journey takes about 3 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 33mAverage duration

183 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £68	Average duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £221	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Official partners

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4277 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £34

Megabus Edinburgh Manchester recent customer reviews

I liked the seats. They are very spacious to accommodate legs. I did not really like the coach from Buchanan to Manchester because there was no charging point at all. There was no tissue paper in the toilet. The toilet was smelling of urine despite being flushed. No wi-fi.

Olukemi O.

26 April 2025

Very comfortable

Daniel K.

4 March 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 18 reviews, National Express received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £26

National Express Edinburgh Manchester recent customer reviews

The trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was really good it’s been a long time since I’ve come to Manchester on the bus as I usually travel by train but I’ll definitely be traveling national express again

Eileen B.

11 December 2017

All great

Carol M.

30 March 2025

The bus was uncomfortable.

Freddie J.

20 October 2024

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Manchester

How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport cost?
The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport starts at £17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport 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 Edinburgh to Manchester Airport?
The average travel time between Edinburgh and Manchester Airport is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 175 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh and Manchester Airport?
The number of buses from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport?
When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.