The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Horwich Parkway (HWI) on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 42 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.
10:48 AM0h42Manchester Airport (MIA)11:30 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$41One-way0 transfers
8:48 AM0h42Manchester Airport (MIA)9:30 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$111One-way0 transfers
8:48 AM0h42Manchester Airport (MIA)9:30 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$111One-way0 transfers
10:48 AM0h42Manchester Airport (MIA)11:30 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $2.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Horwich Parkway (HWI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h25 | 12:50 AM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h42 | 9:30 AM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h42 | 11:30 AM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Horwich Parkway (HWI) from $2 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Horwich Parkway (HWI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:35 Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to all platforms. Tactile Paving available full length of both platform 1 and 2. White and Yellow Lining visible on both platform surfaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Opposite the station entrance for buses to Horwich or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will set down and pick up from outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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