Bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport
1 direct route · about 350 min · first bus 05:25, last bus 23:40 (weekdays).
Next buses to Gatwick Airport as of 15:47
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Manchester 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 | ~350 min | 6 | Sat 6 · Sun 6 | 05:25 | 23:40 | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A) | North Terminal Bus Station (Stop 4) | Stoke-on-Trent, Coventry, London & Heathrow Airport |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport?
The UK980 (FlixBus) runs directly from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport. Board at Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A) and get off at North Terminal Bus Station (Stop 4); the journey takes about 350 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport?
Around 350 minutes on the UK980, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Stoke-on-Trent, Coventry, London, Heathrow Airport on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:25 and the last around 23:40. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick 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.