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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Telford Central (TFC) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.
5:59 AM3h16Telford Central (TFC)9:15 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€381One-way0 transfers- 9:00 AM3h15Telford Central (TFC)12:15 PMManchester Airport (MIA)€381One-way0 transfers
4:52 PM2h00Telford Central (TFC)6:52 PMManchester Airport (MIA)€411One-way0 transfers
- 4:52 PM2h00Telford Central (TFC)6:52 PMManchester Airport (MIA)€411One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM3h15Telford Central (TFC)12:15 PMManchester Airport (MIA)€381One-way0 transfers
- 5:59 AM3h16Telford Central (TFC)9:15 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average €46.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Tickets start at around €46 compared to roughly €18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-28.05. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 12:18 PM Telford Central (TFC) | 2h18 | 2:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 5:59 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 3h16 | 9:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Telford Central (TFC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from €18. 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 Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Telford Central (TFC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Telford Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford Central (TFC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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