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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL)
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£21
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
2 h 40 m
Trains on 10 Oct
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) 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 Nelson station (NEL) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sat 10 Oct, we found 1 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
4:482h40Manchester Airport (MIA)7:28Nelson station (NEL)£211One-way0 changes
- 4:482h40Manchester Airport (MIA)7:28Nelson station (NEL)£211One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 09:17. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 9:17 |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h11 | 7:28 Nelson station (NEL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 10 October | |||||
| 4:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h40 | 7:28 Nelson station (NEL) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) 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 Nelson station (NEL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Nelson station (NEL)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Nelson station (NEL) trains use the Manchester Victoria to Nelson station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Nelson station (NEL) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Nelson from Nelson city centre
Nelson train station facilities and services
Nelson has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nelson.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nelson: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nelson: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nelson: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access available. Lift to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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: No.
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
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