The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
1
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 $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Horwich Parkway (HWI) on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
9:17 AM0h45Manchester Airport (MIA)10:02 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$51One-way0 transfers
9:17 AM0h45Manchester Airport (MIA)10:02 AMHorwich Parkway (HWI)$51One-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 $3. 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 $3, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$5 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.
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Direct services run with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, 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, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h43 | 7:31 AM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 9:02 AM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h44 | 1:01 PM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h42 | 3:30 PM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Horwich Parkway (HWI) from $3 (€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.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Horwich Parkway (HWI) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Horwich Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Horwich Parkway (HWI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Horwich Parkway from Horwich city centre
Horwich Parkway is 2 km from Horwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Horwich Parkway train station facilities and services
Horwich Parkway has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Horwich Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Horwich Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Horwich Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Horwich Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Horwich Parkway: 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.
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