Birmingham to Manchester Airport: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard
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Coach from Birmingham to Manchester Airport
Our coaches travel from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport up to 14 times a day.
Plus, with coach tickets from £11.40 one-way*, plenty of legroom, free Wi-Fi and more, you can travel in style for less.
Our Birmingham to Manchester Airport services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Birmingham to Manchester Airport route map
Departing from Birmingham Coach Station
Birmingham Coach Station is based in Digbeth, just a 5-minute stroll from the Bullring Shopping Centre. It's well-connected with regular bus routes and has a taxi rank right outside the entrance for easy connections.
Take a look at our Birmingham Coach Station facilities for everything you need before you set off.
Arriving at Manchester Airport
For a smooth journey to your flight, we recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure time.
While waiting for your flight, Manchester Airport offers plenty to keep you entertained. You'll find a great selection of cafes, shops and restaurants to browse, along with comfortable rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines all conveniently located near our stop.
Reserve your seat today and start your journey the savvy way – book online for cheap service journeys with National Express. Get all the transfer information you need for a seamless Birmingham to Manchester Airport journey.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.