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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York 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 York to Manchester Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 32 trains that leave York for Manchester Airport every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
C24701+
G8985010:582h02York station (YRK)13:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£241One-way1 change- C24708+G8985711:582h02York station (YRK)14:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£241One-way1 change
- G15818+G8986312:582h02York station (YRK)15:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£241One-way1 change
- C24745+G8983217:532h07York station (YRK)20:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£241One-way1 change
- C24979 · G15847+G8983819:041h56York station (YRK)21:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£241One-way2 changes
- G158939:211h47York station (YRK)11:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£301One-way0 changes
- C2458711:211h47York station (YRK)13:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£271One-way0 changes
- C2462317:211h47York station (YRK)19:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way0 changes
- C0315810:201h48York station (YRK)12:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£281One-way0 changes
- C2459312:201h48York station (YRK)14:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15951 | On time 9:16 York station (YRK) | 2h01 | 11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01251 | On time 10:14 York station (YRK) | 2h07 | 12:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03163 | On time 11:20 York station (YRK) | 2h00 | 13:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16080+G89888 | On time 11:48 York station (YRK) | 2h28 | 14:16 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G15892 | On time 12:20 York station (YRK) | 2h01 | 14:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16085+G89872 | On time 12:49 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 15:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G16002 | On time 13:20 York station (YRK) | 2h01 | 15:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16090+G89890 | On time 13:48 York station (YRK) | 2h26 | 16:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24604 | On time 14:20 York station (YRK) | 2h01 | 16:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16021 | On time 15:20 York station (YRK) | 2h01 | 17:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24945 · C24686+G89831 | 8:04 York station (YRK) | 1h56 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| G15894 | 8:19 York station (YRK) | 1h49 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24691+G89836 | 8:56 York station (YRK) | 2h04 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G16013 · C24691+G89836 | 9:04 York station (YRK) | 1h56 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
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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 Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from York to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 17:53. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 6:37 |
Last train 17:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Manchester Airport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Manchester Airport
Most York to Manchester Airport trains use the York to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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