Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for May 07

Cheapest price

$5

Average price

$6

Fastest journey

22 m

Average duration

23 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

12 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Manchester Airport on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 24 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.

  • Transpennine Express
    8:47 AM0h22
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    9:09 AMManchester Airport
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for Wales
    10:51 AM0h24
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    11:15 AMManchester Airport
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for Wales
    6:51 AM0h24
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    7:15 AMManchester Airport
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transport for Wales
    8:51 AM0h24
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    9:15 AMManchester Airport
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    4:13 PM0h23
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    4:36 PMManchester Airport
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport 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 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $8.

Distance: 7 miles (12 km)

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Driving

$6

Average price

Cheapest

$8

Average price

$3

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

52m

Average total duration

Fastest

22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

23m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport is a train with an average price of $6 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport:

A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport costing on average $8 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport is by train with an average journey time of 22m.

Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Manchester Airport including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (22m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.

Direct services run with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.

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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transport_for_wales6:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
7:15 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express8:47 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h22
9:09 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
transport_for_wales8:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
9:15 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
transport_for_wales10:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h24
11:15 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
northern_rail4:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h23
4:36 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and more offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
7 miles (12 km)
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€2)
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
17m
First train
6:13 AM
Last train
8:47 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Manchester Airport from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€3)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€3)
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€2)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€2), while the average price is around $6 (€5).
The train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport takes 17m and runs 12 per day.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport leaves at 6:13 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport is 7 miles (12 km).
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport leaves at 8:47 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport. This service operates 12 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€2).
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Airport is primarily urban and industrial, offering limited scenic views.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Airport is feasible. The journey lasts 17m and covers 7 miles (12 km). Trains run 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport.
Since neither Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) nor Manchester Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Manchester Airport include Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Preston.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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