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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 59 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
10:592h40Telford Central (TFC)13:39Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way0 changes- 11:333h09Telford Central (TFC)14:42Manchester Airport (MIA)£331One-way0 changes
8:303h09Telford Central (TFC)11:39Manchester Airport (MIA)£651One-way0 changes
- 10:592h40Telford Central (TFC)13:39Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way0 changes
- 8:303h09Telford Central (TFC)11:39Manchester Airport (MIA)£651One-way0 changes
- 11:333h09Telford Central (TFC)14:42Manchester Airport (MIA)£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 77 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.35. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h01 | 10:52 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:29 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h55 | 0:24 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 10:51. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 10:51 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Telford Central (TFC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford Central (TFC) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Telford Central (TFC) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Telford Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford Central (TFC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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