🚌 Bus from Manchester Airport to Kensington
2 direct routes · about 45 min · first bus 08:20, last bus 16:20 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK072 | FlixBus | ~45 min | 2 | 08:20 | 16:20 | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A) |
| UK074 | FlixBus | ~45 min | 2 | 09:50 | 19:30 | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand A) |
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 Kensington?
2 routes run directly from Manchester Airport to Kensington: the UK072 (FlixBus), the UK074 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Manchester Airport to Kensington?
Around 45 minutes on the UK072, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester Airport to Kensington?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the UK072) leaves around 08:20 and the last around 16:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester Airport to Kensington?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.