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

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

Showing times and prices for 08 Apr

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

13 m

Average duration

17 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 21 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 RailL09039
    8:360h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:57Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressC43808
    8:510h18
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:09Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressL36721
    8:290h15
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:44Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL10901
    8:470h13
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailL10147
    8:180h18
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:36Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £3.

Distance: 13 km

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£6

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Average total duration

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18m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressC73815
Delayed
14:46 14:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
14:57 14:57Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL09024
On time
14:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
14:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL11048
On time
14:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36854
On time
14:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
15:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesL64440
Delayed
15:13 14:55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
15:28 15:28Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07200
On time
15:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
15:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07201
On time
15:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07292
On time
15:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
15:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC73816
On time
15:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL09046
On time
15:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
15:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25310
On time
15:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
16:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36860
On time
15:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
16:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07886
On time
15:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
16:11 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesL64443
On time
15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
16:18 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07221
On time
16:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
16:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07280
On time
16:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
16:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC73819
On time
16:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL09028
On time
16:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
16:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25089
On time
16:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36866
On time
16:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
17:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07198
On time
7:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL101477:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL367217:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
northern_railL090397:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
7:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
northern_railL109017:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC438087:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
8:09 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.

There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:59. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 13m.

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
£1
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
20
Fastest train
13m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:59
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£1
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 Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£4
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 Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
£3
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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Trains Limited frequency
14 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£19
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £1, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 13 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 23:59.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 21 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport (MIA). The service operates 20 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train, costing approximately £1.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 not typically considered scenic, as it travels through urban and suburban areas with views primarily of cityscapes and industrial zones.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport is feasible. The journey takes only 13m and the distance is 13 km. Trains run 15 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

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