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Mansfield Museum
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Mansfield 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 Mansfield will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Mansfield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 76 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Mansfield trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:17 Manchester Airport | 2h54 | 11:11 Mansfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Mansfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:17, the last at 08:17. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 8:17 |
Last train 8:17 |
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Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Visitor centre and exhibition space exploring the life of Lord Byron and the history of Newstead Abbey and its estate.
Former Victorian workhouse with immersive galleries about poverty, welfare and everyday life, within easy reach of Mansfield.
Popular Sherwood Forest walking area with ancient oaks, visitor trails and a classic Nottinghamshire woodland atmosphere.
Central urban park with formal gardens, play areas, events and broad lawns, popular for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Forest walking area with trails, wildlife and open heathland, ideal for countryside walks close to Mansfield.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray style country butchers, eaten widely in Nottinghamshire; a cold raised pie prized for seasoned pork and crisp pastry.
Stilton made in the East Midlands, often served on cheeseboards in local pubs and homes; rich, crumbly blue cheese with a strong regional identity.
A classic Nottinghamshire loaf enriched with milk and butter, traditionally baked for tea and known for its soft crumb and rounded cottage shape.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, polished setting.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Mansfield station -> Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester Airport to Mansfield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Mansfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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