The cheapest and fastest trains from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
19:162h45Dronfield station (DRO)22:01Manchester Airport£301One-way2 changes
19:162h45Dronfield station (DRO)22:01Manchester Airport£301One-way2 changes
Live departures
Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:16 Dronfield station (DRO) | 2h45 | 22:01 Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Dronfield station (DRO) and Manchester Airport from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dronfield station (DRO) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dronfield station (DRO) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dronfield station (DRO) and Manchester Airport
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via road and down ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at service bus stops on both sides of the main road at the front of the station (Chesterfield Road B6057). Turning circle is for local buses only.
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