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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

37 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

37 m

Trains on 23 Sept

Distance

14 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

On Wed 23 Sept, we found 12 trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 37 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.

G89949
13:480h37
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
14:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£41One-way
0 changes
G89946
12:480h37
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
13:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£41One-way
0 changes
G89954
14:480h37
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
15:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£41One-way
0 changes
G89960
16:480h37
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
17:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£51One-way
0 changes
G89964
17:480h37
Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
18:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 14 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Driving
£5 Average Price Cheapest	£3 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	20m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is a train with an average price of £5.

The fastest way to travel from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train with an average journey time of 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.05. The journey takes 36m versus 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times

The table below shows live departures for Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G89924	6:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	7:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
P28501 · G89822	7:00 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	1h00	8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1 change
G89926	7:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	8:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
P28503 · G89826	8:00 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	1h00	9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1 change
G89931	8:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	9:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
P28505 · G89831	9:00 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	1h00	10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)	1 change
G89946	12:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
G89949	13:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
G89954	14:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
G89956	15:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	16:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
G89960	16:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	17:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
G89964	17:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)	0h37	18:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)	0 changesdirect
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Why should you book Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

United Kingdom

Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 22m.

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

14 km

Average train duration

36m

Cheapest ticket price

£4

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

22m

First train

7:00

Last train

23:19

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jan - Mar

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sun

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £4. 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

22m

Cheapest Northern Rail Price

£4

Northern Rail frequency

3 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

36m

Cheapest Transpennine Express Price

£7

Transpennine Express frequency

2 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

Learn more about Transpennine Express

FAQs: Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £5.

The train journey from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 14 km.

The first train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 7:00.

The last train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 23:19.

Trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Yes, there is a direct train between Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Manchester Airport (MIA). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.

There is no night train service from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

The cheapest way to get from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train, costing approximately £4.

Booking trains from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Eccles (Manchester) to Manchester Airport primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views. Passengers can expect to see residential neighbourhoods and industrial landscapes rather than picturesque countryside.

Yes, you can take the train from Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

Most Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Patricroft to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Eccles

Arrival train stations in Manchester

Eccles (Manchester)Eccles station, St Marys Road, Eccles, Greater Manchester, M30 0DN+44 800 200 6060 Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Eccles (Manchester) from Eccles city centre

Onward travel informationThere are bus services available at Eccles Interchange, 300 yards or 5 minutes walk away. TFGM Traveline 0871 200 2233

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the station car park.

MetroTram stop 300 yards from the station. Metrolink 0161 205 2000

Eccles (Manchester) train station facilities and services

Eccles (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Eccles (Manchester).

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Eccles (Manchester): Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Eccles (Manchester): Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Eccles (Manchester): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

More about Eccles (Manchester)

Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

Manchester Airport train station facilities and services

Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.