The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 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.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 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.
8:020h26Manchester Airport8:28Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
8:550h25Manchester Airport9:20Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
19:590h25Manchester Airport20:24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£61One-way0 changes
11:100h17Manchester Airport11:27Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£61One-way0 changes
11:100h17Manchester Airport11:27Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£61One-way0 changes
8:550h25Manchester Airport9:20Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
19:590h25Manchester Airport20:24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£61One-way0 changes
8:020h26Manchester Airport8:28Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport 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 £2.
Distance: 12 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 3 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:02 Manchester Airport | 0h26 | 8:28 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:55 Manchester Airport | 0h25 | 9:20 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Manchester Airport | 0h17 | 11:27 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by coach or train
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
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, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 16m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 22:44 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport 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.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.

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