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Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC):
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) costing on average $58 (€48).
Other travel options to Telford Central (TFC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€48) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-35.89 (€-29.51). The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 22m 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.
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 Telford Central (TFC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 darwin_rsid+G38891+ S12830+G38614 | On time 6:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h43 | 8:58 PM Telford Central (TFC) | 3 transfers | |
G89566+ G01041+G38614 | On time 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 8:58 PM Telford Central (TFC) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 6:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Telford Central (TFC) from $19 (€16). 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 Telford Central (TFC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central (TFC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Telford Central (TFC) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Telford Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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