London Stansted Airport to Manchester train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$119

Average price

$147

Fastest journey

3 h 34 m

Average duration

4 h

Trains per day

4

Distance

244 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Manchester will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Manchester without transferring at least once.

Abellio Greater AngliaY81604+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09724
08:45AM3h59
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1191One-way
2 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaY81604+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09640
08:45AM3h34
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1471One-way
2 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaY81592+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW09638
08:30AM3h35
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1511One-way
2 transfers
CrossCountryC23508+Avanti West CoastW09645
08:26AM4h53
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1701One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €46.

Distance: 151 miles (244 km)

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Bus

€99

Average price

€42

Average price

Cheapest

4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 45m

Average total duration

6h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Avanti West Coast

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National Express

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Manchester train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16
Last updated at 4:33 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23508+london_north_eastern_railwayY23197+transpennine_expressC26174
On time
7:26 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
6h11
1:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23508+avanti_west_coastW09645
On time
7:26 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h53
12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
greater_angliaY81592+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09638
On time
7:30 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h35
11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
greater_angliaY81604+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09724
On time
7:45 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h59
11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
greater_angliaY81604+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW09640
On time
7:45 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h34
11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) 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 $33 (€27)
Distance
151 miles (244 km)
Average train duration
3h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$57 (€46)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
3h 29m
First train
05:12
Last train
19:30
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 $33 (€27)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester trains

Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Coast trains will get you from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester from $68 (€55). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 29 min
  • Cheapest Price: $68

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

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Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

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Manchester
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ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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