Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train

Thu, 12 Sept
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C21644
09:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
13:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1011One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes

Train timetableManchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 September
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21644
09:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
13:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes

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Train times from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for 12 Sept

Fastest Journey

3 h 36 m

Average

3 h 39 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

244 km

To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) you need to make at least 2 changes.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C21644
09:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
13:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1011One-way
2 changes
Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C31233
08:353h36
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C31225
08:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes
Avanti West Coast
C21639
09:153h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£2511One-way
2 changes

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Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

distanceDistance151 miles
durationAverage train duration3 h 36 min
priceAverage train ticket price£92 (€104)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAvanti West Coast or CrossCountry

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) cover the 151 miles long trip taking on average 3 h 36 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £51, but the average price of train tickets is £92.

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast trains Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Travel to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £47 with Omio’s train partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 33 min
  • Cheapest Price: £47
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 18 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £51 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £92; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train time is 3 h 36 min   covering the 151 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 05: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 18: 35.
There are 25 trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 35.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 36 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) by train is February.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: train or coach.

Trains departing from Manchester Piccadilly

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
8 miles
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

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