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

The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport starts at R 399. 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 282 km 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 3 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, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

Bus Edinburgh to Manchester Airport from R 336 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:35	Bus Station	17h 50m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
		08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
		08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 14 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
20:12	Waverley	3h 30m	23:42	Manchester Airport	Fastest
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
12:12	Waverley	3h 32m	15:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
16:11	Waverley	3h 33m	19:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
08:11	Waverley	3h 33m	11:44	Manchester Airport	Fastest
08:11	Waverley	3h 33m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
08:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	7h 45m	16:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
12:11	Waverley	3h 33m	15:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
12:11	Waverley	3h 33m	15:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 16 November
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	CheapestFastest
		11:15	Bus Station	18h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 17 November
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
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
12:12	Waverley	3h 32m	15:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 18 November
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
08:12	Waverley	3h 32m	11:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
10:11	Waverley	3h 33m	13:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
12:12	Waverley	3h 32m	15:44	Manchester Airport	No tags
16:11	Waverley	3h 33m	19:44	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:35	Bus Station	17h 50m	05:25	Manchester Airport	CheapestFastest

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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 R 644, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 33mAverage duration

294 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 399 - R 1 555	Average duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 644 - R 5 033	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Official partners

FlixBus

3.5/511 280 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4267 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 R 840

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

National Express

4/529 708 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 R 581

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 from Edinburgh to Manchester by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport cost?
The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Manchester Airport starts at R 399. 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 282 km 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 3 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, FlixBus, Megabus UK.