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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
13 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
13 m
Trains on 17 Sept
50
Distance
14 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 50 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), including 23 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 14 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 14 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.
G900531:140h13Manchester Airport (MIA)1:27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£31One-way0 changes
C245675:400h27Manchester Airport (MIA)6:07Manchester Victoria (MCV)£41One-way0 changes- G158874:280h30Manchester Airport (MIA)4:58Manchester Victoria (MCV)£41One-way0 changes
- G158977:440h28Manchester Airport (MIA)8:12Manchester Victoria (MCV)£41One-way0 changes
- G1601618:440h24Manchester Airport (MIA)19:08Manchester Victoria (MCV)£41One-way0 changes
- G900531:140h13Manchester Airport (MIA)1:27Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£31One-way0 changes
- C244644:070h13Manchester Airport (MIA)4:20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes
- C249940:470h13Manchester Airport (MIA)1:00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes
- C250443:210h14Manchester Airport (MIA)3:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes
- C250451:500h14Manchester Airport (MIA)2:04Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is a train with an average price of £6.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV):
A train is £0.04 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average £6.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by coach with an average journey time of 23m.
Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:
Train takes on average 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (28m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G16016 | 18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 19:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89566 · L89282 | 18:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 19:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89571 · P24128 | On time 19:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h43 | 20:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G16001 | 19:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h25 | 20:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89579 · P24132 | On time 20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h43 | 21:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24659 | On time 22:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h25 | 23:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89599 · L89379 | On time 22:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 23:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89604 · C32613 | On time 23:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h35 | 23:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| C24994 | On time 0:47 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h13 | 1:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90053 | On time 1:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h13 | 1:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C25045 | On time 1:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h14 | 2:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15885 | 2:51 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h16 | 3:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C25044 | On time 3:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h14 | 3:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24464 | 4:07 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h13 | 4:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15887 | 4:28 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h30 | 4:58 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24567 | 5:40 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h27 | 6:07 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89545 · P24114 | 6:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 7:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G15888 | 6:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 7:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89548 · L89242 | 6:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 7:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89552 · P24118 | 7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 8:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G15897 | 7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 8:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89556 · L89246 | 7:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 8:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89560 · P24122 | 8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 9:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G15896 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 9:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89564 · L89250 | 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 9:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89569 · P24126 | 9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 10:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24590 | 9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 10:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89573 · L89253 | 9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 10:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89577 · P24130 | 10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 11:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24597 | 10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 11:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89581 · L89256 | 10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 11:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89585 · P24134 | 11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 12:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G16000 | 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 12:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89589 · L89259 | 11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 12:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89593 · P24138 | 12:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 13:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24608 | 12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 13:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89597 · L89262 | 12:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 13:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89602 · P24143 | 13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 14:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G16023 | 13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 14:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89607 · L89265 | 13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 14:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89614 · P24145 | 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 15:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24619 | 14:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h24 | 15:08 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89617 · L89269 | 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 15:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89541 · P24111 | 15:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 16:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G16020 | 15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 16:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89543 · L89272 | 15:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 16:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89546 · P24116 | 16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 17:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24631 | 16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 17:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89550 · L89276 | 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 17:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89554 · P24120 | 17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 18:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| C24637 | 17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h28 | 18:12 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89558 · L89279 | 17:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 18:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
| G89562 · P24124 | 18:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h46 | 19:03 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 13m.
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 14 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Transpennine Express Duration
17m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£3
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
Northern Rail
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 Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
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
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 Transport for Wales Duration
18m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£6
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
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
21m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£19
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
31m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 14 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 0:14.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) departs at 23:38.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Manchester Victoria (MCV). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Manchester Victoria is primarily a suburban route with limited scenic views, focusing more on urban and residential areas rather than picturesque landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Victoria is feasible. The journey takes 13m and covers 14 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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