Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 01

Cheapest price on Oct 01

€3

Average ticket price on Oct 01

€5

Fastest journey on Oct 01

13 m

Average journey duration on Oct 01

14 m

Trains on Oct 01

22

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast trains

On Thu, Oct 01, we found 22 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport, including 22 direct services.

On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest trains will take 15 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.

  • Transport for WalesW45111
    4:58 AM0h17
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    5:15 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG90093
    5:23 AM0h24
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    5:47 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38505
    5:57 AM0h19
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    6:16 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG90105
    7:36 AM0h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:57 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89816
    6:17 AM0h14
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    6:31 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG90089
On time
2:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
2:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89863
On time
2:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
3:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38525
On time
2:55 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
3:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89871
On time
3:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
3:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89954
On time
3:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
3:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89865
On time
3:18 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
3:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89889
On time
4:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
4:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89956
On time
4:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
4:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89817
On time
4:18 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
4:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84915
On time
4:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG90102
On time
4:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
4:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89819
On time
4:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
5:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89673
On time
4:55 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
5:11 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38529
On time
5:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
5:18 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89960
On time
5:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
5:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89821
On time
5:18 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
5:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89873
On time
6:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
6:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89964
On time
6:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
6:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89825
On time
6:18 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
6:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84922
On time
6:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
6:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG90112
On time
6:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
6:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89827
On time
6:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
7:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Thursday, October 1
Transpennine ExpressG15883
On time
4:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
5:05 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesW451114:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
5:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC243675:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
5:19 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG900935:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h24
5:47 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG385055:57 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
6:16 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898166:17 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
6:31 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG901006:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h22
6:58 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898186:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
7:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG385066:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
7:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898777:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
7:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899247:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898207:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
7:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW848787:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
7:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG901057:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898227:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG385087:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
8:14 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898787:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
8:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899268:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898248:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
8:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW848938:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG901098:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898268:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
9:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
13 km
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
37
Direct trains
37
Fastest train
12m
First train
3:47 AM
Last train
6:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€3
Northern Rail frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€4
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
15m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€2
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is 12m to travel the 13 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 3:47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 6:30 PM.
Yes,there are 37 direct trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport including taking a train and bus.

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