What is the best way to travel from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Manchester Airport from Cheltenham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester Airport from Cheltenham?
You can reach Manchester Airport with just £11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus7h 10m008:50CheltenhamArle Court16:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 08:50:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m016:00Cheltenham18:10Manchester Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 16:00:00 to , Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m009:10Cheltenham11:20Manchester Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 09:10:00 to , Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 11:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Carpool Friday
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus7h 10m008:50CheltenhamArle Court16:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 08:50:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 22/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 22/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport?
You can get to Manchester Airport from Cheltenham in just 2h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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FlixBus7h 10m008:50CheltenhamArle Court16:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 08:50:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m016:00Cheltenham18:10Manchester Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 16:00:00 to , Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 17/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
Fastest Buses Thursday
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BlaBlaCar2h 10m009:10Cheltenham11:20Manchester Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 09:10:00 to , Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 11:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Carpool Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 19/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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FlixBus7h 10m008:50CheltenhamArle Court16:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Arle Court, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 08:50:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/07/2025 16:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 21/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express4h 55m002:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station07:15Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 22/07/2025 02:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/07/2025 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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National Express7h 25m022:20CheltenhamRoyal Well Coach Station05:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Royal Well Coach Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) at 22/07/2025 22:20:00 to Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/07/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport
What are the most popular stations in Cheltenham and Manchester Airport?
In Cheltenham, you will usually depart from Spa Central Station, Royal Well Coach Station or Racecourse, while in Manchester Airport you will be arriving at Airport Coach Station, 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 Airport from Cheltenham? With 2 connections between 3 Bus and Carpool 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 Cheltenham and Manchester Airport, you can pay as low as £11 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Manchester Airport in just 2h 10m.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 Cheltenham and Manchester Airport are National Express, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, 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 Cheltenham and Manchester Airport 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 Shurdington or to Wilmslow, and look at flights from Gloucestershire 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 Cheltenham to Manchester Airport?
The most popular companies between Cheltenham and Manchester Airport, are National Express, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport
How can I reach Manchester Airport from Cheltenham?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Manchester Airport from Cheltenham.
How far is Manchester Airport from Cheltenham?
The distance between Cheltenham and Manchester Airport is 162.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cheltenham and Manchester Airport?
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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 40 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport?
You can get to Manchester Airport with just £11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Manchester Airport?
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 Airport in just 2h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
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