Motherwell to Manchester Airport train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct

Cheapest price on 04 Oct

£88

Average ticket price on 04 Oct

£88

Fastest journey on 04 Oct

7 h

Average journey duration on 04 Oct

7 h

Trains on 04 Oct

1

Distance

291 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to Manchester Airport will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.

Fast trains

To travel from Motherwell to Manchester Airport you need to make at least one change.

  • Caledonian Sleeper
    23:317h00
    Motherwell
    6:31Manchester Airport
    £881One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Motherwell to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Motherwell to Manchester Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:32, the last at 10:52. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 3h 5m.

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
291 km
Average train duration
3h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 5m
First train
8:32
Last train
10:52
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Why should you book Motherwell to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Motherwell to Manchester Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Motherwell and Manchester Airport from £27. 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 5m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£27
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 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

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 7m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£41
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

FAQs: Motherwell to Manchester Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Motherwell to Manchester Airport covers a distance of 291 km and takes approximately 3h 5m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Motherwell to Manchester Airport is 291 km.
The first train from Motherwell to Manchester Airport leaves at 8:32.
The last train from Motherwell to Manchester Airport departs at 10:52.
Trains from Motherwell to Manchester Airport run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Motherwell and Manchester Airport. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express.
There is no night train service from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
Booking trains from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to Manchester Airport offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling hills of Northern England. However, some sections of the route are more urban and industrial.
Yes, you can take the train from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Manchester Airport

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

Departure train stations in Motherwell
Arrival train stations in Manchester
MotherwellMotherwell station, Muir Street, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 1BLWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre

Bus242, 209, 211, 240, 291 · 3m · £2 · every ~28 min

Motherwell train station facilities and services

Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Motherwell: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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