The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Ambleside
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Ambleside is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Ambleside will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Ambleside every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Ambleside
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Ambleside among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Ambleside train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Ambleside trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:10 Manchester Airport | 1h54 | 13:04 Ambleside | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Ambleside by train or coach
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Ambleside trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Ambleside.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Ambleside.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Ambleside.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Ambleside.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Ambleside
Trains from Manchester Airport to Ambleside run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 12:15 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Ambleside trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Ambleside from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Ambleside train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Ambleside 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 Ambleside, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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