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House on the Hill Toy Museum
House museum beside the castle displaying eccentric collections, period rooms and curiosities that make for an unusual visit near Stansted.
Cheapest price on 21 Oct
£43
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£115
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
3 h 32 m
Trains on 21 Oct
26
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Stansted will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Manchester to Stansted you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P02929
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P66366
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P66283
W34104+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P66366
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
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W33925+
P02931+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham HaleTrains from Manchester to Stansted run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Stansted trains for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33952+ P66360+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h41 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G01005 · G00808 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h15 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W34104+ G00806 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h06 | 12:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W34104+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66366 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h33 | 12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34181+ C04439+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66378 | 8:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h56 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C04347+ P66838 | 8:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h37 | 13:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
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House museum beside the castle displaying eccentric collections, period rooms and curiosities that make for an unusual visit near Stansted.
Museum and art gallery in Saffron Walden with natural history, archaeology, world cultures and temporary exhibitions in one compact venue.
Aviation museum at the airport featuring preserved aircraft and displays on Stansted’s role in civil and military aviation.
Large country park with lakes, woodland and open grassland. Popular for walking, birdwatching and an easy escape close to the airport.
Historic market square in Saffron Walden lined with old buildings, shops and regular market activity, ideal for a short stroll and photos.
Landscaped park around a maze, open lawns and ornamental features. It is a pleasant local favourite for a quiet walk near Stansted.
Essex smoked bacon is traditionally cured and smoked, prized for a rich savoury flavour and long links to the county’s farming and breakfast tables.
Tiptree jam, made in Essex since the nineteenth century, is a classic local preserve served with toast, scones and afternoon tea.
Bread and butter pudding is a traditional English dessert of buttered bread, dried fruit, custard and baking, widely eaten in Essex pubs and homes.
Smart country-house dining venue in Elsenham offering modern British dishes in a quieter, more refined setting.
Traditional pub near Stansted Mountfitchet serving British classics and drinks in a historic, cosy setting.
Established pub and restaurant in Stansted Mountfitchet known for hearty British meals and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Moderate for England: airport-area stays and rail fares are pricey, but casual dining and coffee are fairly typical for UK tourist hubs.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise round up or tip 10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: optional small change.
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Stansted Airport Railway Station -> Liverpool Street Station, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Stansted trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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