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Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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18

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

02:50 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Manchester Airport is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 59 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Manchester Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Manchester Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:50
    7 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:19
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    18:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:05
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    22:01
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:05
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:21
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:17
    6 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    04:01
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:51
    7 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    05:10
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:02
    11 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:39
    10 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    London Waterloo
    Manchester Airport
    London Waterloo to Manchester Airport

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport

The travel time between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo & Manchester Airport. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Manchester Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.