Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport train with Avanti West Coast

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Oct

Cheapest price on 02 Oct

£61

Average ticket price on 02 Oct

£85

Fastest journey on 02 Oct

3 h 33 m

Average journey duration on 02 Oct

3 h 38 m

Trains on 02 Oct

11

Distance

244 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.

Fast trains

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

  • Avanti West CoastW33952+Greater AngliaP66360+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale
    8:143h41
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    11:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £611One-way
    2 changes
  • CrossCountryG01005 · G00808
    8:255h15
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £701One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33888+Greater AngliaP66378+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale
    8:543h43
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £731One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34134+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP66384
    9:143h41
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £731One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34104+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP66366
    8:343h33
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £731One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
London North Eastern RailwayG07971+CrossCountryG00806+Transpennine ExpressW84658
Delayed
9:13 8:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4h27
12:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)		2 changes
CrossCountryG01005 · G00808
On time
8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
5h15
13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04347+Greater AngliaP66838
On time
8:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4h37
13:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
London North Eastern RailwayL01628+CrossCountryG00808+Transpennine ExpressW84665
Delayed
9:51 9:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4h27
13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)		2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04350+Greater AngliaP66849
On time
9:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4h37
14:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
CrossCountryG01013 · G00814
On time
10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
5h15
15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04354+Greater AngliaP66855
On time
10:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
4h37
15:20 Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 change

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 11:43. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 3h 4m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance
244 km
Average train duration
3h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
5:29
Last train
11:43
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Stansted Airport from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£62
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£39
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£38
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
3h 37m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£59
Transpennine Express frequency
1 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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

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

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £110.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 244 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport is 244 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:29.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport departs at 11:43.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport 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 Piccadilly to London Stansted Airport offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the scenic countryside of the Midlands and various towns, though it is not renowned for being particularly scenic compared to other UK routes.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Stansted Airport

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in London
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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