London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

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

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Cheapest

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

Avanti West Coast
08:15AM3h29
London Stansted Airport (STN)
11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1091One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:30AM3h35
London Stansted Airport (STN)
12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Grand Central Trains
10:30AM5h08
London Stansted Airport (STN)
03:38PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$3231One-way
0 transfers

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast08:30AM London Stansted Airport (STN)3h35 12:05PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Grand Central Trains10:30AM London Stansted Airport (STN)5h08 03:38PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast08:15AM London Stansted Airport (STN)3h29 11:44AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect

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

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Fastest Journey

3 h 29 m

Average

4 h 4 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

244 km

Of the 3 trains that leave London Stansted Airport (STN) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
08:15AM3h29
London Stansted Airport (STN)
11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1091One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:30AM3h35
London Stansted Airport (STN)
12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Grand Central Trains
10:30AM5h08
London Stansted Airport (STN)
03:38PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$3231One-way
0 transfers

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

distanceDistance151 miles (243 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 29 min
priceAverage train ticket price$103 (€89)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains or LNER

Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) cover the 151 miles (243 km) long route taking on average 3 h 29 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains or LNER. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $71 (€61), but the average price of train tickets is $103 (€89).

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains

Find the best trains between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains from $55 (€48). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best 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.

Train information from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 29 min
  • Cheapest Price: $55

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

FAQs: Travel by train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as $71 (€61) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is $103 (€89); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is on average 3 h 29 min   for the 151 mile (243 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 7: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 6: 00 PM.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
When taking a train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can count on Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains or LNER for the best way to get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 00 PM.
A trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) by train is December.
You have options as you can travel between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2 different ways: bus or train.

Trains arriving to Manchester Piccadilly

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Taxi
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
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

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