The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £20
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £51
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 3 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 3 h 48 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitehaven station (WTH) 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 Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 11 trains from Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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.

15:20 3h54 Whitehaven station (WTH) 19:14 Manchester Airport £20 1 One-way 0 changes
18:22 3h51 Whitehaven station (WTH) 22:13 Manchester Airport £20 1 One-way 0 changes
12:21 3h53 Whitehaven station (WTH) 16:14 Manchester Airport £23 1 One-way 1 change
10:16 3h24 Whitehaven station (WTH) 13:40 Manchester Airport £63 1 One-way 1 change
11:31 4h09 Whitehaven station (WTH) 15:40 Manchester Airport £63 1 One-way 1 change

10:16 3h24 Whitehaven station (WTH) 13:40 Manchester Airport £63 1 One-way 1 change
18:22 3h51 Whitehaven station (WTH) 22:13 Manchester Airport £20 1 One-way 0 changes
12:21 3h53 Whitehaven station (WTH) 16:14 Manchester Airport £23 1 One-way 1 change
15:20 3h54 Whitehaven station (WTH) 19:14 Manchester Airport £20 1 One-way 0 changes
13:40 4h00 Whitehaven station (WTH) 17:40 Manchester Airport £63 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £28 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 13:38, the last at 13:38. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 13:38 |
Last train 13:38 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport trip
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Live departures
Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:16 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 3h24 | 13:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:31 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h09 | 15:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:21 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 3h53 | 16:14 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:34 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h06 | 16:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:40 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h00 | 17:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:37 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h03 | 18:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:20 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 3h54 | 19:14 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:31 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h09 | 19:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:31 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h09 | 20:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:22 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 3h51 | 22:13 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:41 Whitehaven station (WTH) | 4h59 | 23:40 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport train
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Important Stations and Airports in Whitehaven station (WTH) and Manchester Airport
Most Whitehaven station (WTH) to Manchester Airport trains use the Whitehaven to Manchester Oxford Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Whitehaven station (WTH) and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Whitehaven from Whitehaven city centre
Whitehaven train station facilities and services
Whitehaven has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Whitehaven.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitehaven.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whitehaven: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitehaven: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitehaven: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Whitehaven is accessible as the station is flat, However platforms are very low and the stepping distance between platform and train may be difficult for some older and less mobile customers, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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