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What is the best way to travel from Bilbao to Manchester?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
28h 25m
£77
£114
8
Flight
2h 5m
£42
£108
50

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Bilbao?

You can reach Manchester with just £42 by taking a Flight from Vueling Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £42
Sunday
Monday
from £46
Tuesday
from £48
Wednesday
from £77
Thursday
from £59
Friday
from £76

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Vueling Airlines
    19h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £42
  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    19:55
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    08:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 5m
    0
    11:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £79
  • KLM Cityhopper
    21h 25m
    0
    11:55
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    08:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £116
  • Hop!
    4h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    21:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Hop!
    Economy
    from £191

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Volotea
    12h 5m
    0
    10:35
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    21:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Volotea
    Economy
    from £46
  • Vueling Airlines
    6h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Iberia
    25h 5m
    0
    17:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £121
  • Skyscanner
    21h 55m
    0
    19:20
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    16:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £130
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    38h 40m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    13:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £137
  • FlixBus
    31h 40m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £137
  • FlixBus
    41h 45m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    16:05
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £144
  • FlixBus
    29h 15m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    00:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £146

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 5m
    0
    10:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    11:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £48
  • Vueling Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    07:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    4h 50m
    0
    15:15
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    19:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £102
  • Iberia
    25h 5m
    0
    17:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £111
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    38h 20m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    38h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:10
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    28h 44m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    23:59
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88
  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88
  • FlixBus
    30h 35m
    0
    10:55
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    16:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:10
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    30h 45m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    02:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    43h 35m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    17:55
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £147

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Iberia
    9h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £59
  • Vueling Airlines
    7h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    14:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £82
  • Air Europa
    6h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £124
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    17:20
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    22:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £180

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Volotea
    27h 40m
    0
    11:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Volotea
    Economy
    from £76
  • Vueling Airlines
    16h 5m
    0
    22:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £96
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    17:55
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    22:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • Iberia
    11h 55m
    0
    06:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £121
  • Air Europa
    5h 55m
    0
    12:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £137

What are the fastest trips from Bilbao to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Bilbao in just 2h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 5m
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 20m
Tuesday
from 2h 5m
Wednesday
from 30h 45m
Thursday
from 4h 20m
Friday
from 5h 5m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 5m
    0
    11:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £79
  • Hop!
    4h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    21:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Hop!
    Economy
    from £191
  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    19:55
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    08:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £56
  • Vueling Airlines
    19h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £42
  • KLM Cityhopper
    21h 25m
    0
    11:55
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    08:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £116

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • Vueling Airlines
    6h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    12:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Volotea
    12h 5m
    0
    10:35
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
    21:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Volotea
    Economy
    from £46
  • Skyscanner
    21h 55m
    0
    19:20
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    16:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £130
  • Iberia
    25h 5m
    0
    17:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £121
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    29h 15m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    00:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £146
  • FlixBus
    31h 40m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £137
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £137
  • FlixBus
    38h 40m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    13:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130
  • FlixBus
    41h 45m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    16:05
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £144

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 5m
    0
    10:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    11:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £48
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    4h 50m
    0
    15:15
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    19:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £102
  • Vueling Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    07:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £74
  • Iberia
    25h 5m
    0
    17:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £111
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88
  • FlixBus
    28h 44m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    23:59
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88
  • FlixBus
    30h 35m
    0
    10:55
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    16:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    38h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:10
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    38h 20m
    0
    23:10
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:30
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    30h 45m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    02:00
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    20:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    12:10
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    43h 35m
    0
    23:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    17:55
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £147

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £180
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    17:20
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    22:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £180
  • Air Europa
    6h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £124
  • Vueling Airlines
    7h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    14:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £82
  • Iberia
    9h 25m
    0
    09:15
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £59

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    17:55
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    22:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • Air Europa
    5h 55m
    0
    12:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £137
  • Iberia
    11h 55m
    0
    06:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from £121
  • Vueling Airlines
    16h 5m
    0
    22:45
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £96
  • Volotea
    27h 40m
    0
    11:10
    Bilbao Airport
    Bilbao Airport
    13:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Volotea
    Economy
    from £76
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bilbao to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Bilbao and Manchester?

In Bilbao, you will usually depart from Abando Train Station, Central Bus Station or CAMINO MIRAMAR fte. 47 Coach Stop, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Bilbao? With 6 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bilbao and Manchester, you can pay as low as £42 with a Flight from Vueling Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 2h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bilbao and Manchester are FlixBus, Vueling Airlines and KLM Cityhopper, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bilbao and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Santutxu or to Salford, and look at flights from Bilbao Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bilbao to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Bilbao and Manchester, are FlixBus, Vueling Airlines and KLM Cityhopper. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Vueling Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Iberia and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bilbao to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bilbao to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bilbao to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Bilbao?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Manchester from Bilbao.

How far is Manchester from Bilbao?

The distance between Bilbao and Manchester is 1,137.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bilbao and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 31 kgs of CO2, a train 40 kgs, a car 193 kgs, and a flight 280 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bilbao to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £42 by taking a Flight from Vueling Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 2h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Bilbao and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bilbao and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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