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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross8:10 PM3h57Manchester Airport (MIA)12:07 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$911One-way2 transfers- W33268+C24371+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross7:07 PM3h21Manchester Airport (MIA)10:28 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$991One-way2 transfers
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NT17340012:13 PM3h22Manchester Airport (MIA)3:35 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1081One-way2 transfers - W33075+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+W852004:10 PM2h53Manchester Airport (MIA)7:03 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1081One-way2 transfers
- W33279+NT173500+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross2:13 PM3h22Manchester Airport (MIA)5:35 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1081One-way2 transfers
- W33205+W85192+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross2:10 PM2h52Manchester Airport (MIA)5:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1281One-way2 transfers
- W33075+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+W852004:10 PM2h53Manchester Airport (MIA)7:03 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1081One-way2 transfers
- W33296+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+W851953:10 PM2h53Manchester Airport (MIA)6:03 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1281One-way2 transfers
- W33237+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+W8518412:12 PM2h56Manchester Airport (MIA)3:08 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1281One-way2 transfers
- W33335+W85203+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross5:10 PM2h57Manchester Airport (MIA)8:07 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$1281One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A bus is $66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $79.
A bus is $102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $114.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (2h 56m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $67 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89573+W33405+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 9:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 12:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90115+W33491+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 10:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 12:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85176+W33787+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 10:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 1:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
 G38406+W33599+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 10:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 1:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89581+W33779+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 10:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 1:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90118+W33421+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 1:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85181+W33571+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 2:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38410+W33471+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 11:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 2:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89589+W33600+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 11:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 2:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90120+W33692+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 12:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 2:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85183+W33457+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 12:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 3:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38414+W33459+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 12:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 3:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89597+W33702+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 3:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90122+W33715+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 1:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 3:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85190+W33788+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 1:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 4:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38416+W33447+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 1:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h06 | 4:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89607+W33465+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 1:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 4:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90124+W33667+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 2:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 4:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85193+W33671+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 2:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 5:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38418+W33433+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 2:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 5:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89617+W33781+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 2:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 5:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90089+W33645+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 3:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 5:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85194+W33546+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 3:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38387+W33731+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 3:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 6:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89543+W33670+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 3:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 6:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G90096+W33424+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 4:01 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 6:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85202+W33767+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 4:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h57 | 7:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38391+W33714+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 4:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h09 | 7:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G89550+W33592+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 4:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h04 | 7:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| W85204+W33722+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 5:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h02 | 8:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| G38395+W33638+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | On time 5:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h25 | 8:50 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| C31897+W33112+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 7:37 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h59 | 11:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| C31900+W33110+Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross | 8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h00 | 12:44 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 7:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $11. 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 London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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