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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Manchester will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Manchester on Tue, Feb 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €1, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 13 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Manchester trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:25 PM Manchester Airport | 0h18 | 8:43 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:07 PM Manchester Airport | 0h20 | 11:27 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 24 | |||||
| 8:25 AM Manchester Airport | 0h22 | 8:47 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:29 AM Manchester Airport | 0h19 | 8:48 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:32 AM Manchester Airport | 0h20 | 8:52 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:17 PM Manchester Airport | 0h14 | 3:31 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Manchester by train or bus
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Manchester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Manchester
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 13m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 23:17 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Manchester from €1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Transport for Wales
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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