Prices
Manchester Airport minibus hire prices
Real one-way prices from 459 group quotes and bookings at Manchester Airport over the last two years.
What a minibus costs at Manchester Airport
These are indicative prices per vehicle, not per person, for one-way journeys to or from Manchester Airport. “Typically” is the middle price of real quotes and bookings, and the range runs 20% either side of it. Based on 459 separate quotes and bookings between September 2024 and September 2026.
| Between the airport and… | Minibus, up to 16 seats |
|---|---|
| Manchester city centre | £170–£250* typically £210 |
| Liverpool | £210–£320* typically £265 |
| Leeds | £280–£410* typically £345 |
| Anywhere under 15 miles | £160–£240* typically £200 |
| Anywhere 15–30 miles | £200–£310* typically £255 |
| Anywhere 30–60 miles | £260–£400* typically £330 |
| Anywhere 60–100 miles | £350–£530* typically £440 |
| Anywhere over 100 miles | £510–£770* typically £640 |
Split between the passengers, a minibus with up to 16 seats between Manchester Airport and Manchester city centre typically costs £210: about £13 a head for a group of 16.
What changes the price
Your quote is for your journey, so it can come in above or below these figures. It depends on:
- The date and time of travel
- How much luggage the group has
- Any waiting time, for example after a delayed flight
- Extra pick-ups or drop-offs on the way
Tell us your flight times and group size and we will price it exactly.
See also: Coach prices at Manchester · Prices at all 11 airports.
* May be subject to car parking fees.
Prices are subject to the time of year, the time of day and availability.
Pick-ups from the airport usually cost a little more than drop-offs, and early-morning pick-ups can cost more.
No VAT is charged on minibus travel: like coaches, minibuses with 10 or more seats are zero-rated.
Last updated 21 September 2026. We refresh these figures every month.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a minibus from Manchester Airport to Manchester city centre?
A minibus with up to 16 seats between Manchester Airport and Manchester city centre typically costs £210 (£170–£250), per vehicle, one way, based on 32 real quotes and bookings. Prices are subject to the time of year, the time of day and availability. May be subject to car parking fees.
Are your prices per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. The whole minibus is yours, so the more of the seats your group fills, the less it costs each person.
Do I have to add VAT?
No VAT is charged on minibus travel: like coaches, minibuses with 10 or more seats are zero-rated.
What if we have more than 16 people?
A minibus seats up to 16. For bigger groups, a coach usually works out cheaper per person than two minibuses.