Train Tickets to Manchester Airport
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport
13m
Sheffield to Manchester Airport
1h 16m
Leeds to Manchester Airport
1h 23m
Train travel to Manchester Airport guide
Manchester Airport station is a railway station located at Manchester Airport in England, opened in 1993. Over the years, the station has undergone several expansions and renovations, now featuring four platforms to accommodate more trains. It is served by three railway companies, offering connections to Manchester city centre, Carlisle, Crewe, and other destinations. The station, served by TransPennine Express and Northern Rail, along with Avanti West Coast, provides passengers with convenient access to the airport, allowing them to reach it directly by train.
Additionally, since the station is located within the airport, passengers can easily walk to all terminals, ensuring seamless transfers between trains and flights. Next to Manchester Airport is the Runway Visitor Park, where visitors can watch aircraft take off and land up close, and explore historic aircraft on display, such as the Concorde.
Which train companies run trains to Manchester Airport?
Northern, Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express offer services to and from Manchester Airport, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.
What are Manchester Airport's opening hours?
For Manchester Airport, the first train typically departs at 0:00 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Manchester Airport
You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Manchester Airport's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.
Connectivity of the Manchester Airport?
Trains to and from Manchester Airport connect easily to popular destinations like Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds, Liverpool and Sheffield. Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
Manchester Airport live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Manchester Airport, check now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
| Train | Time | Duration | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly | 16:07 | 21m | Northern | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Blackpool North | 16:17 | 1h 36m | Northern | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Llandudno | 16:25 | 2h 34m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Barrow-In-Furness | 16:29 | 2h 23m | Northern | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street | 16:32 | 1h 21m | Northern | On time |
| Train | Time | Duration | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redcar Central to Manchester Airport | 16:08 | 3h 10m | TransPennine Express | On time |
| Holyhead to Manchester Airport | 16:15 | 3h 11m | Transport for Wales | Exp. 16:15 |
| Barrow-In-Furness to Manchester Airport | 16:15 | 2h 26m | Northern | Exp. 16:18 |
| Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport | 16:25 | 1h 21m | Northern | On time |
| Blackpool North to Manchester Airport | 16:36 | 1h 43m | Northern | On time |
Station Details
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Manchester Airport station, Under airport terminal, Ringway, Manchester, M90 3RRTicket Office opening hours::
Monday to Sunday open from 06:30:00 until 22:30:00
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