The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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€29 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L02281+ Y25085 | On time 5:15 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h37 | 6:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
C74781+ L10940 | On time 6:19 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h41 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W03047+ Y25094 | On time 6:32 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h20 | 7:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
C74782+ L10147 | On time 6:49 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h47 | 8:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W05229+ Y25096 | On time 7:23 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h29 | 8:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W02437+ Y25096 | On time 7:32 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h20 | 8:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
C74785+ Y25253 | On time 7:45 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h51 | 9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W05232+ Y25098 | On time 8:23 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h29 | 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W02933 · W02543+ Y25098 | On time 8:31 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h21 | 9:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
C74899+ L10921 | On time 8:49 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h47 | 10:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
W05237+ Y25107 | On time 9:23 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h29 | 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
L02369+ Y25107 | On time 9:32 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h20 | 10:52 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
C74901+ L10136 | On time 9:49 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h47 | 11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast to help you choose the right option for your journey from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport
Trains from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 10:49. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 07:19 |
Last train 10:49 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Manchester Airport from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Northern Rail (3)
West Midlands Trains
Avanti West Coast
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wolverhampton to Manchester Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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