Bus from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1 direct route · about 360 min · first bus 05:25, last bus 23:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Manchester Airport as of 16:37
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Gatwick Airport, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK980 | FlixBus | ~360 min | 6 | Sat 6 · Sun 6 | 05:25 | 23:30 | North Terminal Bus Station (Stop 4) | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A) | Heathrow Airport, London, Coventry & Stoke-on-Trent |
Times are for the first boarding point in Gatwick Airport on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
The UK980 (FlixBus) runs directly from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport. Board at North Terminal Bus Station (Stop 4) and get off at Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A); the journey takes about 360 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
Around 360 minutes on the UK980, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Heathrow Airport, London, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:25 and the last around 23:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.