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The cheapest and fastest trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 23

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$59

Fastest journey

2 h 40 m

Average duration

2 h 48 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

Northern Rail (3)Y25922 · Y25409 · L10924
09:14AM3h46
York station (YRK)
01:00PMManchester Airport (MIA)
$381One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL36820 · TP004400 · N04416
08:19AM2h49
York station (YRK)
11:08AMManchester Airport (MIA)
$461One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL36825 · TP004200 · N04412
09:20AM2h48
York station (YRK)
12:08PMManchester Airport (MIA)
$461One-way
2 transfers
Northern Rail (3)Y25800 · G90640+TransPennine ExpressN04416
08:22AM2h46
York station (YRK)
11:08AMManchester Airport (MIA)
$741One-way
2 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL37219+Northern Rail (3)Y25408 · Y25311
08:04AM2h56
York station (YRK)
11:00AMManchester Airport (MIA)
$741One-way
2 transfers

York station (YRK) - Manchester AirportCompare TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry

transpennine_express
$21
1h 50m
8 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
northern_rail
$19
2h 49m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
east_midlands_railway
$26
2h 23m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
cross_country
$40
2h 51m
1 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Seat reservations available for additional fee

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 63 miles (102 km)

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€31

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2h 32m

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3h 21m

Average total duration

2h 51m

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Live departures

York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:24 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressL37219 · L36941+northern_railL10911
On time
8:04 AM York station (YRK)
1h56
10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
transpennine_expressL36820
On time
8:19 AM York station (YRK)
1h49
10:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
northern_railY25800+transpennine_expressL37147 · L36723
On time
8:22 AM York station (YRK)
2h22
10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
transpennine_expressL36947+northern_railY25311
On time
8:56 AM York station (YRK)
2h04
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressL37222 · L36947+northern_railY25311
On time
9:04 AM York station (YRK)
1h56
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
transpennine_expressL36825
On time
9:20 AM York station (YRK)
1h48
11:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect

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TransPennine Express as well as Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry offer trains services from York to Manchester Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from York to Manchester Airport.

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 (3), East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from York to Manchester Airport.
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  • Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains and CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from York 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 York to Manchester Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport

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Trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 49m.

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
63 miles (102 km)
Average train duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€2)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 49m
First train
05:49
Last train
21:08
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

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between York station (YRK) 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.

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 Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
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

Northern Rail (3)

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 Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€15)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€32)
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
$51 (€41)
first_transpennine_express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York station (YRK) 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
Train ticket prices from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€2), while the average price is around $38 (€31).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport.
The cheapest way to get from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€2).
Yes, you can take the train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport.
The train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport takes 1h 49m and runs 9 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport.
Yes, a day trip is feasible as the journey from York to Manchester Airport takes 1h 49m and trains run 9 times per day. The distance is 63 miles (102 km).
The train journey from York to Manchester Airport is moderately scenic, with views of the Yorkshire countryside, passing through the Pennines, and glimpses of quaint towns and rural landscapes.
The distance by train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport is 63 miles (102 km).
The first train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport leaves at 5:49 AM.
The last train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport leaves at 9:08 PM.

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Popular train stations from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport

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  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for York
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel

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