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Stansted Airport to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Stansted Airport to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 24,45 EUR, with average prices for this route around 61,72 EUR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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07:43
3 tuntia 36 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
11:19
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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07:58
3 tuntia 46 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
11:44
Manchester Piccadilly
Greater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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08:26
4 tuntia 26 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
12:52
Manchester Victoria
CrossCountryLNERTransPennine Express
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08:26
4 tuntia 39 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
13:05
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountryEast Midlands RailwayTransPennine Express
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08:26
4 tuntia 43 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
13:09
Manchester Victoria
CrossCountryLNERTransPennine Express
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08:26
4 tuntia 53 minuuttia, Changes required
Stansted Airport
13:19
Paris
CrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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Stansted Airport to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:30
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Stansted Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3 tuntia 29 minuuttia
Distance
Distance
244 km
Price
Price
24,45 EUR*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stansted Airport to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Stansted Airport to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Stansted Airport to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted Airport to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.