The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
7:132h39London Kings Cross (KGX)9:52Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
13:333h03London Kings Cross (KGX)16:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£671One-way0 changes
12:333h03London Kings Cross (KGX)15:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£701One-way0 changes
10:103h58London Kings Cross (KGX)14:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£881One-way0 changes
7:132h39London Kings Cross (KGX)9:52Manchester Airport (MIA)£521One-way0 changes
13:333h03London Kings Cross (KGX)16:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£671One-way0 changes
12:333h03London Kings Cross (KGX)15:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£701One-way0 changes
10:103h58London Kings Cross (KGX)14:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£881One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£50 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:13 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h39 | 9:52 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h58 | 14:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h03 | 15:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h03 | 16:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 7:53 |
Last train 20:14 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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