The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) on Sun, Nov 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 27 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.








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Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 12 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:17 AM Manchester Airport | 0h18 | 7:35 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Manchester Airport | 0h22 | 7:47 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Manchester Airport | 0h24 | 8:56 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport | 0h16 | 1:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Manchester Airport | 0h16 | 4:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 16m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 19:25 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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Transport for Wales
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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