Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£3

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£5

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

13 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

13 m

Trains on 10 Oct

80

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 80 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport, including 80 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 13 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 13 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.

  • Northern RailG89912
    23:370h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    23:58Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Transport for WalesW45029
    4:540h18
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    5:12Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG90110
    8:360h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:57Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG90115
    9:360h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:57Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG90118
    10:360h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    10:57Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £31One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.

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
13 km
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
37
Direct trains
37
Fastest train
12m
First train
3:47
Last train
18:30
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89871
On time
15:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
15:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89954
On time
15:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89865
On time
15:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
15:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84912
On time
15:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG90095
On time
15:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
15:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89867
On time
15:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
16:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24605
On time
15:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
16:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89889
On time
16:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
16:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89956
On time
16:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
16:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89817
On time
16:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
16:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84915
On time
16:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG90102
On time
16:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
16:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89819
On time
16:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24610
On time
16:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
17:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89673
On time
16:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
17:11 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38529
On time
17:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
17:18 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89960
On time
17:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
17:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89821
On time
17:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
17:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84918
On time
17:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG90107
On time
17:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
17:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89823
On time
17:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
18:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC03182
On time
17:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
18:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38531
On time
17:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
18:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89873
On time
18:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
18:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89964
On time
18:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
18:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG899970:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
0:24 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW849350:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
0:27 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898590:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
1:02 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84759
On time
0:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
1:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC25048
On time
2:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
2:14 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC25047
On time
3:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
3:14 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15945
On time
3:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
3:47 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC250464:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
4:14 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15946
On time
4:38 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h14
4:52 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesW450294:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
5:12 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898797:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
8:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG899268:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898248:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW848948:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG901108:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898268:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressN001768:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
9:09 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG385138:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898819:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG899319:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898289:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW848979:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG901159:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG898319:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressN001799:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG385159:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988210:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8993410:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8983310:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8489810:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG9011810:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8983610:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressN0017810:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
11:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG3851710:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988311:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8993911:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8983911:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8490011:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG9012011:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8984311:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressN0017411:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
12:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG3851911:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8987012:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8994212:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8984712:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8490412:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG9012212:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8985012:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressN0019512:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
13:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG3852112:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988513:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8994613:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect

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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
Northern Rail frequency
9 a day
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

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
12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£4
Transpennine Express frequency
4 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

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
15m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£2
Transport for Wales frequency
3 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

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 37 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is 13 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 3:47.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport departs at 18:30.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run approximately 37 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport. The service operates 37 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport is primarily urban, passing through built-up areas and industrial landscapes, offering limited scenic views.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.

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