The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Victoria (MCV) for Manchester Airport on Thu, May 07, 1 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 14 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
L367364:42 AM0h30Manchester Victoria (MCV)5:12 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$71One-way0 transfers
L367364:42 AM0h30Manchester Victoria (MCV)5:12 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. 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 bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m 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 Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport:
A bus is $0.33 (€0.26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport costing on average $7 (€5).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 26m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (22m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€5) compared to roughly $5 (€4) 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 Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express.
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 Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L36736 | On time 4:42 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h30 | 5:12 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) but you can travel from only $2 (€1) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Victoria (MCV) and Manchester Airport from $2 (€1). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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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