Manchester Airport station
Malaga Avenue
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M90 3RR
Manchester Airport Station can be found on Malaga Avenue in Manchester as shown on the map, and is operated by TransPennine Express.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Manchester Airport Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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For both the wanderlust-laden traveler and the business commuter, Manchester Airport train station is a pivotal gateway in the UK’s vast rail network. Sitting comfortably within the airport complex, it provides easy access to Manchester's bustling city and beyond, simplifying the journey for those flying in or out.
The station’s strategic location makes it a favored stop for passengers transitioning between air and rail, offering smooth connections to major cities across the UK.
The amenities at Manchester Airport station are designed to ensure a smooth and pleasant travel experience. Ticket purchasing is convenient, with a ticket office open from 06:30 to 22:30 daily and multiple ticket machines available for swift service. Smartcards can also be issued at this station although validators are not present. Accessibility is a core focus, with step-free access throughout, plus accessible ticket machines and toilets.
For those with disabilities or requiring extra support, staff assistance is readily available. If you're feeling peckish, head to platforms 2 and 3 where you'll find shops and refreshment facilities. Warm waiting rooms provide comfort during chilly moments, and you can stay connected with public Wi-Fi access across the station.
Manchester Airport station isn’t just about the trains. It's well-linked with other transport modes to smoothly transition you to your next destination. The taxi rank is conveniently located right outside the station, offering a quick transfer option. For those interested in buses, you can find more information on your options to plan your onward journey here.
If you’re keen to explore on four wheels, car hire services are available right within the airport terminal, making it simple to hit the road and discover more of the UK’s picturesque landscapes.
From Manchester Airport station, a tapestry of train routes stretches out, connecting you to some of the most vibrant and historic spots in the north. Catch a train to Manchester Piccadilly and dive into a city pulsating with cultural activity. Or, why not head to Liverpool Lime Street and lose yourself in the birthplace of the Beatles? For those who appreciate the blend of history and modernity, a journey to Leeds is but a ticket away.
For practical day trips or business appointments, catch a train to local stops like Manchester Oxford Road or Deansgate. Whether your destination is York, Chester, or Blackpool North, train travel from Manchester Airport station offers both versatility and convenience.
As a key transport hub, Manchester Airport train station offers much more than just transit; it is a portal into adventure, convenience, and the opportunity to connect with the world beyond. Whether you’re coming or going, for business or leisure, the station’s facilities and extensive travel connections make it a friendly and efficient beginning or end to your journey. So, grab yourself a ticket today and let the rails take you on your next adventure!
Bon voyage!
Ticket Office | |||
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Ticket Office Opening hours |
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Ticket machines | Yes | ||
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||
Induction loop | Yes | ||
Smartcards | |||
Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||
Smartcard validators | No |
Information available from staff | Yes - from ticket office | ||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||
Customer services notes | To speak to a member of our team, please call: 0345 600 1671. | ||
Luggage storage | Yes | ||
Lost property | None | ||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||
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Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This station is category A. Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. There are train boarding ramps available at this station, and they are also carried on board all TransPennine Express trains. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. | ||
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes | ||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||
Induction loop | Yes | ||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||
Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||
Waiting rooms |
There are heated waiting rooms located on platforms 1, 2 and 3. | ||
Seating area | Yes | ||
Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||
Getting to and from the station | |||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Railway staff will assist customers arriving by train from their train to Station Assistance Point 1, near the front of the station. If onward assistance is needed, for example to an airport terminal, customers will need to contact their airline directly to arrange this. | ||
Accessible spaces | None | ||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
Staff Help | |||
Staff help available | |||
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||
Helpline | . Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff at the Ticket Office on the Station Concourse no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting TransPennine Express on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact TransPennine Express on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Customers requiring assistance to access other services (such as buses, coaches or trams) or to connect with the airport terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Railway Staff can take you to the airport help point on the station concourse. Please press the intercom button to inform the airport of your arrival so that they can come and meet you. Boarding ramps are available at this station, and are carried on board all TransPennine Express trains. |
Toilets | Yes The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The female toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The male toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. |
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Accessible Toilets | Yes |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms |
There are heated waiting rooms located on platforms 1, 2 and 3. | ||
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Seating area | Yes | ||
1st Class Lounge | No |
Manchester Airport Car Parks | |
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Operator | None |
Car Parking Availability | |
Spaces | 0 |
Accessible spaces | 0 |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Car park CCTV | No |
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
Refreshment Facilities | Available Refreshments are available from the shop on platforms 2 and 3. |
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ATM Machine | Available There is an ARM located on the concourse beside the escalators. |
Shops | Available There is a shop located on platforms 2 and 3. |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 50 Cycle storage is available at the station building entrance (adjacent to the taxi rank). |
Type of Storage | |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L and M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office. |
The nearest taxi rank is outside the station building entrance. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
The Railway Station is located within the Manchester Airport complex with ready access to all terminals. |
Within the Airport terminal. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 19:25 | 1A | 19:31 |
from Blackpool North | Northern | 19:36 | 4A | On time |
from Edinburgh | TransPennine Express | 19:44 | 1A | On time |
from Blackpool North | Northern | 20:00 | 2A | On time |
from Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 19:57 | 4B | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Holyhead | Transport for Wales | 19:25 | 3A | On time |
to Barrow-in-Furness | Northern | 19:29 | 4A | On time |
to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 19:32 | 1A | On time |
to Saltburn | TransPennine Express | 19:44 | 2A | On time |
to Blackpool North | Northern | 19:48 | 4A | On time |
to Wilmslow | Northern | 20:01 | 4B | On time |