Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

13 m

Average duration

13 m

Trains per day

144

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 144 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 144 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 13 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)Y00812
06:060h22
Manchester Airport (MIA)
06:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£31One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y00798
20:070h21
Manchester Airport (MIA)
20:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£31One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y00796
21:070h21
Manchester Airport (MIA)
21:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£31One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y00761
22:050h21
Manchester Airport (MIA)
22:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£31One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y01854
01:130h13
Manchester Airport (MIA)
01:26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£31One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.

Distance: 13 km

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£7

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16m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressC26820
On time
08:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
08:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00847
On time
08:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h21
08:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02642
On time
08:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h14
08:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55463
On time
08:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
08:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02356
On time
08:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
08:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03019
On time
08:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h20
08:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26853
On time
08:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
08:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02162
On time
08:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
09:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27294
On time
09:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
09:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00837
On time
09:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h21
09:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02151
On time
09:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h14
09:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55468
On time
09:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
09:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05743
On time
09:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
09:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03003
On time
09:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h20
09:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26847
On time
09:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
09:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02143
On time
09:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
10:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26814
On time
10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00808
On time
10:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h21
10:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27291
On time
13:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00764
On time
13:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h21
13:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02144
On time
13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h14
13:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55486
On time
13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
13:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY05589
On time
13:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h19
13:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY06550
On time
13:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h20
13:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27254
On time
13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
13:57 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02158
On time
13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
14:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26805
On time
14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00745
On time
14:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h21
14:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02150
On time
14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h14
14:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55489
On time
14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h18
14:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26934
On time
00:38 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h15
00:53 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0185401:13 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h13
01:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 14m.

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
13 km
Average train duration
16m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
14m
First train
04:25
Last train
22:46
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 Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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
13m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
13m
Cheapest Price
£6
TransPennine Express frequency
2 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
14m
Cheapest Price
£2
Transport for Wales frequency
1 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
12m
Cheapest Price
£18
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

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

FAQs
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 14m and covers 13 km. There are 7 trains per day.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, Transport for Wales.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 13 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 14m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, costing approximately £2.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:25.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 22:46.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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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