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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
291 km
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 £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Motherwell for Manchester Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 9 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.
9:524h23Motherwell14:15Manchester Airport£451One-way0 changes
7:357h09Motherwell14:44Manchester Airport£861One-way0 changes
- 9:524h23Motherwell14:15Manchester Airport£451One-way0 changes
- 7:357h09Motherwell14:44Manchester Airport£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Motherwell to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £203.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £203 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Motherwell to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Manchester Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:31 Motherwell | 7h00 | 6:31 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
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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, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express 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.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Motherwell to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 09:52. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 7:35 |
Last train 9:52 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Motherwell to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Motherwell and Manchester Airport from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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.
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
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.
Getting to Airbles from Motherwell city centre
Airbles train station facilities and services
Airbles has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Airbles.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Airbles: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Airbles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Airbles: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Accessible to all platforms - ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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