The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
12 km
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.
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.
8:47 AM0h22Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:09 AMManchester Airport$51One-way0 transfers
10:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:15 AMManchester Airport$61One-way0 transfers
6:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:15 AMManchester Airport$61One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:15 AMManchester Airport$71One-way0 transfers
4:13 PM0h23Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4:36 PMManchester Airport$81One-way0 transfers
8:47 AM0h22Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:09 AMManchester Airport$51One-way0 transfers
4:13 PM0h23Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4:36 PMManchester Airport$81One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:15 AMManchester Airport$71One-way0 transfers
10:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:15 AMManchester Airport$61One-way0 transfers
6:51 AM0h24Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:15 AMManchester Airport$61One-way0 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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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m 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 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).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 7:15 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h22 | 9:09 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 9:15 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h23 | 4:36 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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- 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport
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.
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 |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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.
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TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
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.

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