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Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £1.60, with average prices for this route around £2.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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00:03
Manchester Piccadilly
00:24
Manchester Airport
21m, DirectNorthern
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00:28
Manchester Piccadilly
00:44
Manchester Airport
16m, DirectNorthern
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07:35
Manchester Piccadilly
07:57
Manchester Airport
22m, DirectNorthern
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09:18
Manchester Piccadilly
09:41
Manchester Airport
23m, DirectNorthern
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11:33
Manchester Piccadilly
11:55
Manchester Airport
22m, DirectNorthern
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11:45
Manchester Piccadilly
11:58
Paris
13m, DirectTransPennine Express
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Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train route details

First train
First train
00:03
Last train
Last train
23:59
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
13m
Distance
Distance
9 miles
Price
Price
£1.60*

Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport: everything you need to know

Setting off from Manchester Piccadilly

Manchester Piccadilly is one of the city's main transport hubs, offering a wide variety of services operated by companies such as TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, and Northern. The station is well-equipped with amenities, including shops, restaurants, and comfortable waiting areas. Its central location and excellent connections to the city’s transport network make it a convenient departure point for those travelling both locally and nationally.

What to expect on your journey to Manchester Airport

The route from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport is served by TransPennine Express, Northern, and Transport for Wales. TransPennine Express typically offers the fastest service, while Transport for Wales often provides the cheapest tickets.

This journey covers approximately nine miles. Although trips from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport can be as fast as 13 minutes, you can typically expect a duration between 13 and 20 minutes.

Journeys can be as cheap as £1.60 when booked in advance or during off-peak times but expect an average price closer to £2. The direct service, designed to swiftly connect the airport with the city centre, offers a quick connection without any stops.

Arriving at Manchester Airport

Arriving at Manchester Airport Station gives you quick access to the airport terminals, making it a perfect choice for those flying in or out of the city. The nearby Trafford Centre offers extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment options, while the Museum of Science and Industry is a short journey away. For a scenic experience, visitors can enjoy walks around nearby parks, including Heaton Park, offering tranquil surroundings.

Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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