Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail

Wed, Oct 28
+ Add return
Northern Rail
Transpennine Express
Transport for Wales
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
2,000+ travel companies
Northern Rail
Transpennine Express
Transport for Wales
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 28

Cheapest price on Oct 28

€4

Average ticket price on Oct 28

€6

Fastest journey on Oct 28

13 m

Average journey duration on Oct 28

13 m

Trains on Oct 28

37

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast trains

On Wed, Oct 28, we found 37 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport, including 37 direct services.

On Wed, Oct 28 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

On Wed, Oct 28 the slowest trains will take 13 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.

  • Northern RailG89942
    12:04 PM0h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:25 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG90122
    12:36 PM0h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:57 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG90109
    8:36 AM0h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:57 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89850
    12:47 PM0h13
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    1:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG90115
    9:36 AM0h21
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:57 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 32 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 12m.

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
8 miles (13 km)
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
32
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
12m
First train
3:47 AM
Last train
10:47 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.

Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €3, while the average price is around €5.
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport takes 12m and runs 32 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is 8 miles (13 km).
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 3:47 AM.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 10:47 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport. This service operates 32 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales.

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG89859
Delayed
12:37 AM 12:37 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
12:55 AM 12:55 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8999111:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
11:24 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84877
On time
11:27 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
11:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84760
On time
11:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
11:53 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8991111:38 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:59 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89856
On time
11:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
12:02 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, October 28
Northern RailG898787:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
8:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899268:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898248:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
8:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW848938:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG901098:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
8:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898268:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
9:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG158918:51 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
9:09 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG385128:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
9:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898819:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
9:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899319:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898289:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW848969:28 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
9:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG901159:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
9:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898319:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG158949:51 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
10:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG385149:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
10:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8988210:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
10:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8993410:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8983310:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
10:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8489910:28 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG9011810:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
10:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8983610:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG1589310:51 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
11:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG3851610:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8988311:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8993911:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8983911:18 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8490111:28 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG9012011:36 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
11:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8984311:47 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC0315811:51 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h17
12:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8986912:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h15
12:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8994212:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8984712:18 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
12:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8490312:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h16
12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG9012212:36 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h21
12:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8985012:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h13
1:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • 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 Piccadilly (MAN) 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 or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport from €3. 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 Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€3
Northern Rail frequency
20 a day
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 Transpennine Express Duration
12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€4
Transpennine Express frequency
8 a day
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 Transport for Wales Duration
15m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€3
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
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.

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.

Most popular trains to and from Manchester Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomTrain Times to Manchester AirportManchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone