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

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly16:0721mNorthernOn time
Manchester Airport to Blackpool North16:171h 36mNorthernOn time
Manchester Airport to Llandudno16:252h 34mTransport for WalesOn time
Manchester Airport to Barrow-In-Furness16:292h 23mNorthernOn time
Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street16:321h 21mNorthernOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Redcar Central to Manchester Airport16:083h 10mTransPennine ExpressOn time
Holyhead to Manchester Airport16:153h 11mTransport for WalesExp. 16:15
Barrow-In-Furness to Manchester Airport16:152h 26mNorthernExp. 16:18
Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport16:251h 21mNorthernOn time
Blackpool North to Manchester Airport16:361h 43mNorthernOn time

Station Details

Address

Manchester Airport station, Under airport terminal, Ringway, Manchester, M90 3RR

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Sunday open from 06:30:00 until 22:30:00

Ticket Machine

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

Bureau de Change

Bureau de Change

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

Cycle storage CCTV

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