Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

19 m

Average duration

23 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

12 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 26 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.

Northern Rail (3)
07:000h26
Manchester Airport (MIA)
07:26Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
£41One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
18:410h19
Manchester Airport (MIA)
19:00Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
£51One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
13:410h19
Manchester Airport (MIA)
14:00Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
£51One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
06:370h25
Manchester Airport (MIA)
07:02Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
£51One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
08:590h25
Manchester Airport (MIA)
09:24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £3.

Distance: 12 km

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£4

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Cheapest

£7

Average Price

50m

Average total duration

Fastest

20m

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Additional time*

56m

Average total duration

26m

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressC26819
On time
08:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
08:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02642
On time
08:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
08:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55462
On time
08:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
08:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02324
On time
08:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h23
08:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03019
On time
08:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
08:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26852
On time
08:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
09:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02162
On time
08:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
09:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27293
On time
09:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
09:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02151
On time
09:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
09:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55467
On time
09:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
09:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05743
On time
09:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h23
09:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03003
On time
09:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
09:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26846
On time
09:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
10:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02143
On time
09:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
10:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02569
On time
10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
10:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55472
On time
10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
10:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05620
On time
10:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h23
10:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03002
On time
10:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
10:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27268
On time
10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
11:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02124
On time
10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
11:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26810
On time
11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
11:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02131
On time
11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
11:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55477
On time
11:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
11:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02322
On time
11:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h23
11:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00207
On time
11:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
11:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27265
On time
11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
12:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02183
On time
11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
12:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26807
On time
12:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
12:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02157
On time
12:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
12:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55482
On time
12:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
12:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05621
On time
12:27 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h25
12:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY06577
On time
12:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
12:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27259
On time
12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
13:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02180
On time
12:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
13:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27290
On time
13:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
13:23 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02144
On time
13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
13:35 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55485
On time
13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h22
13:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05589
On time
13:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h23
13:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY06550
On time
13:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h24
13:56 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27253
On time
13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
14:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02158
On time
13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h16
14:04 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 16m.

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
12 km
Average train duration
20m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
16m
First train
04:32
Last train
22:40
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

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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 Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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 Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
£4
TransPennine Express frequency
3 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

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
£2
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
£18
first_transpennine_express frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train

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

FAQs
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road is primarily urban, passing through industrial and residential areas, so it is not particularly scenic.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO). The service operates 10 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road is feasible. The journey takes 16m and the distance is 12 km. Trains run frequently with a frequency of 10 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is 12 km.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 16m. Trains run 10 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) leaves at 4:32.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) departs at 22:40.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run approximately 10 times per day.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

Manchester
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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