Bus Manchester to London Stansted Airport (STN): Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Manchester to London Stansted Airport

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

today

$30

tomorrow

$27

Wednesday

$30

Thursday

$27

Friday

$29

Saturday

$26

Sunday

$31

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 35m	7:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 7:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 20m	12:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	7:10 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 12:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 20m	3:30 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	7h 25m	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	12:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 4:55:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
National Express	6h 5m	5:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	12:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	7:10 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 12:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 20m	3:30 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 3:30:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	7h 25m	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	12:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 4:55:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
National Express	6h 5m	5:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 5:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 35m	7:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 7:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 5m	5:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 35m	7:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 7:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 20m	10:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	4:35 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 10:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 20m	12:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	7:10 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 12:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	6h 20m	3:30 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 3:30:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	12:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	7:10 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 12:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	7h 25m	4:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	12:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 4:55:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
National Express	6h 5m	5:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 5:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 35m	7:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 7:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	6h 20m	10:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	4:35 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/30/2026 10:15:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 10m	4:40 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	10:50 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 4:40:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 15m	7:05 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 7:05:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	6h 5m	8:45 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	2:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 8:45:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 25m	12:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	6:40 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 12:15:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 15m	3:35 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/31/2026 3:35:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 10m	5:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	12:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/1/2026 5:10:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/2/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
National Express	6h 10m	5:10 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/1/2026 5:10:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 0m	3:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/1/2026 3:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	6h 0m	7:20 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/1/2026 7:20:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	6h 0m	8:50 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	2:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/1/2026 8:50:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 10m	5:10 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/2/2026 5:10:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/2/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	6h 0m	7:20 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/2/2026 7:20:00 AM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	6h 5m	12:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	6:20 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/2/2026 12:15:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/2/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 0m	3:50 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	9:50 PM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/2/2026 3:50:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/2/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	7h 10m	5:10 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	12:20 AM	London Stansted Airport	Stansted Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/2/2026 5:10:00 PM to Stansted Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/3/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and London Stansted Airport

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Manchester to London Stansted Airport. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Manchester and London Stansted Airport.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 30 buses from Manchester to London Stansted Airport, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and London Stansted Airport, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 14 times every day by bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to London Stansted Airport starting from $25!

Cheapest Bus	$25
Fastest Bus	5h 57m
Earliest Bus	5:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	151.5 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to London Stansted Airport

Every day, 14 buses from 1 bus companies leave Manchester for London Stansted Airport: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$40

Tuesday 07/28

$36

Wednesday 07/29

$26

Thursday 07/30

$27

Friday 07/31

$29

Saturday 08/01

$26

Sunday 08/02

$31

Monday 08/03

$27

Tuesday 08/04

$26

Wednesday 08/05

$25

Thursday 08/06

$26

Friday 08/07

$27

Saturday 08/08

$26

Sunday 08/09

$30

Monday 08/10

$27

Tuesday 08/11

$25

Wednesday 08/12

$25

Thursday 08/13

$34

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

$29

Sunday 08/16

$25

Monday 08/17

$29

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

$27

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

$26

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to London Stansted Airport

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

With a price starting from $25, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to London Stansted Airport, with $25. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to London Stansted Airport

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 to London Stansted Airport 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 to London Stansted Airport, 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 to London Stansted Airport are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and London Stansted Airport

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

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Stansted Bus Station

Terminal Rd N

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport

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

FAQs about the Manchester to London Stansted Airport bus

How much does a Manchester London Stansted Airport bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $25 and takes 7h 10m to reach London Stansted Airport. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $25 and $63. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to London Stansted Airport.

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

Every day, the Manchester to London Stansted Airport bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest shuttle from Manchester to London Stansted Airport is offered by National Express and takes 5h 57m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Manchester to London Stansted Airport?

The earliest bus arriving in London Stansted Airport from Manchester starts at 5:15 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 to London Stansted Airport?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for London Stansted Airport starts at 11:55 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 London Stansted Airport route?

When traveling by shuttle from Manchester to London Stansted Airport, 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 Manchester and London Stansted Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and London Stansted Airport 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 Manchester to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport 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 to London Stansted Airport on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester and to London Stansted Airport

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