London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester train

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Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Sep 21

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
09:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
09:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
08:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
10:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
08:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers

Train schedule from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 21
Avanti West Coast
L67821
08:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
L67833
08:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
L67869
09:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
L67881
09:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
C34559
10:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Sep 21

Fastest Journey

3 h 29 m

Average

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

244 km

It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
09:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Fastest
Avanti West Coast
08:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Fastest
Avanti West Coast
10:15AM3h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:30AM3h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1361One-way
2 transfers

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Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester

distanceDistance151 miles (244 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 29 min
priceAverage train ticket price$118 (€99)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia

Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester cover the 151 miles (244 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 29 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $64 (€54), but the average price of train tickets is $118 (€99).

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 $65 (€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 company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. 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: $65

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester can start from as little as $64 (€54) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester is $118 (€99); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester train time is 3 h 29 min   covering the 151 mile (244 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester leaves at 5: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester leaves at 9: 00 PM.
When taking a train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester, you can count on Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Manchester from London Stansted Airport (STN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 00 PM.
A trip to Manchester from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester by train is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Manchester from London Stansted Airport (STN) including taking a bus or train.

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