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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Wolverhampton on Sun, Jun 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
2:45 PM1h49Manchester Airport4:34 PMWolverhampton$121One-way0 transfers- 10:50 AM2h44Manchester Airport1:34 PMWolverhampton$201One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 PM1h43Manchester Airport10:23 PMWolverhampton$231One-way0 transfers
- 11:37 AM2h20Manchester Airport1:57 PMWolverhampton$241One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 AM1h56Manchester Airport12:36 PMWolverhampton$341One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 PM1h43Manchester Airport10:23 PMWolverhampton$231One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 PM1h49Manchester Airport4:34 PMWolverhampton$121One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 AM1h56Manchester Airport12:36 PMWolverhampton$341One-way0 transfers
- 11:37 AM2h20Manchester Airport1:57 PMWolverhampton$241One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM2h26Manchester Airport11:36 AMWolverhampton$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m 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 to Wolverhampton:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 3m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $25 (€21) 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 to Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 AM Manchester Airport | 2h26 | 11:36 AM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 AM Manchester Airport | 2h46 | 12:36 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 AM Manchester Airport | 1h56 | 12:36 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Manchester Airport | 2h44 | 1:34 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:37 AM Manchester Airport | 2h20 | 1:57 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1h49 | 4:34 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton trainsNorthern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Wolverhampton from $12 (€10). 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 to Wolverhampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton
Most Manchester Airport to Wolverhampton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Wolverhampton 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 Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Wolverhampton from Wolverhampton city centre
Wolverhampton train station facilities and services
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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