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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 48 m
Trains on 18 Sept
44
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York station (YRK) 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 station (YRK) to Manchester Airport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 44 trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 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.
G16141 · W848936:372h07York station (YRK)8:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£111One-way1 change- G158917:171h52York station (YRK)9:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way0 changes
P28496 · G89084 · G898367:463h14York station (YRK)11:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way2 changes- G158896:171h51York station (YRK)8:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£161One-way0 changes
- C24609+G898266:542h06York station (YRK)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£161One-way1 change
- C2462317:211h47York station (YRK)19:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£321One-way0 changes
- C2464120:211h48York station (YRK)22:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£261One-way0 changes
- G1602219:201h48York station (YRK)21:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£251One-way0 changes
- C0318216:201h48York station (YRK)18:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£281One-way0 changes
- C0319218:201h48York station (YRK)20:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 102 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.50. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 41m 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
York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24945 · C24686+G89831 | 8:04 York station (YRK) | 1h56 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| G15894 | On time 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 | |
| G15893 | On time 9:21 York station (YRK) | 1h47 | 11:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24696+G89843 | 9:58 York station (YRK) | 2h02 | 12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24952 · C24696+G89843 | 10:04 York station (YRK) | 1h56 | 12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| C03158 | On time 10:20 York station (YRK) | 1h48 | 12:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88969 · G89217 · P24059 · G89854 | On time 10:24 York station (YRK) | 3h12 | 13:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 19:21 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York station (YRK) and Manchester Airport from £5. 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 station (YRK) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York station (YRK) 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 station (YRK) and Manchester Airport
Most York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport trains use the York to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare York station (YRK) 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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