Bus Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bournemouth: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth

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

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Thursday

$29

Friday

$32

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

$30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 50m	9:10 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:00 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 9:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	8h 30m	2:20 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:50 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 2:20:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
FlixBus	8h 45m	3:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	12:35 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
National Express	7h 35m	10:50 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	6:25 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:50:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	7h 55m	1:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	9:45 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:50:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 45m	3:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	12:35 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
FlixBus	8h 30m	2:20 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:50 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 2:20:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
National Express	8h 15m	1:30 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	9:45 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 1:30:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
FlixBus	9h 50m	9:10 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	7:00 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 9:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
National Express	8h 10m	10:30 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	6:40 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 10:30:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 55m	1:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	9:45 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 1:50:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	8h 55m	5:25 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	2:20 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
FlixBus	8h 30m	2:20 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	10:50 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 2:20:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
FlixBus	8h 45m	3:50 PM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	12:35 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/15/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
National Express	9h 5m	4:35 AM	Manchester Airport	Airport Bus Station	1:40 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 4:35:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth via Birmingham, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  9h 48m
  
  0
  
  10:50 AM
  
  Manchester Airport
  Airport Bus Station
  
  12:45 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Aston University
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 10:50:00 AM to Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- National Express
  
  7h 23m
  
  0
  
  1:15 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Coach Station
  
  8:38 PM
  
  Bournemouth
  University
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/14/2026 1:15:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:38:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 23m
Travel time is 1h 53m longer, but you will save $8

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 13 times every day by bus from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus	$28
Fastest Bus	7h 35m
Earliest Bus	12:20 AM
Latest Bus	3:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	183.2 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester Airport for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$36

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$29

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

$30

Tuesday 09/15

$28

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$43

Tuesday 09/22

$29

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

$29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $29, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth

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 Manchester Airport to Bournemouth 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 Manchester Airport to Bournemouth, 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 Manchester Airport to Bournemouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester Airport and Bournemouth

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

Airport Bus Station

Terminal Rd S 5

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth

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

FAQs about the Manchester Airport to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Manchester Airport Bournemouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 9h 50m to reach Bournemouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $52. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bournemouth.

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

Every day, the Manchester Airport to Bournemouth bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest shuttle from Manchester Airport to Bournemouth is offered by National Express and takes 7h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $30. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Bournemouth from Manchester Airport starts at 12:20 AM. 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 Manchester Airport to Bournemouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester Airport for Bournemouth starts at 3:50 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 Manchester Airport Bournemouth route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester Airport and Bournemouth 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Manchester Airport to Bournemouth 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 Manchester Airport Bournemouth 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 Manchester Airport Bournemouth 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 Manchester Airport to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!