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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

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.

Y81604+

Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ Avanti West Coast

W09724

08:45AM3h59

Stansted Airport (SSD)

12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1191One-way

2 transfers

Y81604+

Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ Avanti West Coast

W09640

08:45AM3h34

Stansted Airport (SSD)

12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1471One-way

2 transfers

Y81592+

Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ Avanti West Coast

W09638

08:30AM3h35

Stansted Airport (SSD)

12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1511One-way

2 transfers

C23508+

W09645

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)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€99 Average price	€42 Average price Cheapest
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Manchester train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 4:33 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C23508+Y23197+C26174	On time 7:26 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)	6h11	1:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
C23508+W09645	On time 7:26 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)	4h53	12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	1 transfer
Y81592+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+W09638	On time 7:30 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)	3h35	11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Y81604+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+W09724	On time 7:45 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)	3h59	11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Y81604+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+W09640	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

United Kingdom

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

Fastest train

3h 29m

First train

05:12

Last train

19:30

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

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.

East Coast from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $71

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from London Stansted Airport 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 to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester can start from as little as $27 (€22) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester is $103 (€83); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester is 3 h 29 min to travel the 151 mile (244 km) long journey, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester leaves at 7: 00 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.

There are 8 trains a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER or Abellio Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester including taking a bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

London

Manchester

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15

Parking

Car Park: No

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

Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
Baby changing facilities: No

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.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi