Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train

Mon, 20 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Avanti West CoastP13179
09:044h07
Manchester Airport (MIA)
13:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1241One-way
3 changes
Cheapest
Avanti West CoastW46936
09:013h56
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1241One-way
3 changes
Cheapest
Avanti West CoastW18918
09:254h19
Manchester Airport (MIA)
13:44Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1241One-way
3 changes
Avanti West CoastW20271
08:254h19
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:44Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2861One-way
3 changes
Avanti West CoastW46930
08:013h56
Manchester Airport (MIA)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2981One-way
3 changes

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Avanti West Coast
W46930
Northern RailW46930
08:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)3h56 11:57 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Avanti West Coast
P13176
Transpennine ExpressP13176
08:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)4h07 12:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Avanti West Coast
W20271
Transport for WalesW20271
08:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)4h19 12:44 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Avanti West Coast
W46936
Northern RailW46936
09:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)3h56 12:57 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Avanti West Coast
P13179
Transpennine ExpressP13179
09:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)4h07 13:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Avanti West Coast
W18918
Transport for WalesW18918
09:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)4h19 13:44 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes

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Train times from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Fastest Journey

3 h 56 m

Average

4 h 7 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

237 km

To travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) you need to make at least 3 changes.

Fastest
Avanti West CoastW46936
09:013h56
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1241One-way
3 changes
Fastest
Avanti West CoastW46930
08:013h56
Manchester Airport (MIA)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2981One-way
3 changes
Avanti West CoastP13179
09:044h07
Manchester Airport (MIA)
13:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1241One-way
3 changes
Avanti West CoastP13176
08:044h07
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2981One-way
3 changes
Avanti West CoastW20271
08:254h19
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:44Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2861One-way
3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £38 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Distance
237 km
Average train duration
4h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£58
Trains per day
7
Train providers
2
Fastest train
3h 56m
First train
06:03
Last train
19:25
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38

Train companies: Virgin Trains trains Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Buy your official Virgin Trains train tickets to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Manchester Airport (MAN) from £46 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: £46
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £67 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £95; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train time is 3 h 56 min   covering the 147 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 07: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 18: 48.
There are 7 trains a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train with Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 48.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is May.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MAN) and London Stansted Airport (STN)

Manchester
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Car connection
M56 motorway, Junction 5.
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Approximately 9€ (£7.50) per item per day.
Dining
Dining
  • Hausmann's (German cuisine), Starbucks (coffee), and other options.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Assistance, toilets.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Millennium Gold Hotel (walking distance).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Aspire and Escape Lounges.
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in each terminal.
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103, 199 Train: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail Tram: Metrolink

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