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The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$168

Average price

$168

Fastest journey

7 h 53 m

Average duration

7 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

420 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Aberdeen for Manchester Airport on Mon, Jul 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 420 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 53 m .

On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 53 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.

09:52AM7h53

Aberdeen

05:45PMManchester Airport

$1681One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Aberdeen to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €86.

Distance: 260 miles (420 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€124 Average price	€33 Average price Cheapest	€199 Average price
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport

United Kingdom

Trains from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€28)

Distance

260 miles (420 km)

Average train duration

5h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$87 (€71)

Trains per day

Fastest train

6h 24m

First train

07:20

Last train

08:52

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€28)

Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) trains

TransPennine Express, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Aberdeen from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: $48

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

Train information from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) with East Coast:

Average Duration: 6 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: $53
East Coast frequency: 1 a day

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Train information from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) with Caledonian Sleeper:

Average Duration: 11 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $441
Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 1 a day

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 5 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: $390
ScotRail frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport

FAQs: Travel by train from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as $39 (€31) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) is $118 (€95); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) train time is 6 h 24 min covering the 260 mile (420 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 7: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 10: 01 AM.

There are 7 trains a day from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) to compare what amenities they may offer.

Yes, you can take a night train from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

The cheapest month to travel from Aberdeen to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train is April.

You have options as you can travel to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Aberdeen 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.