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Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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48

train journeys
per day

152

miles (245 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport is approximately 152 miles (245 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:01
    8 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:33
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:00
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:57
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:57
    Manchester Victoria
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport

About Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Victoria and Stansted 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 Manchester Victoria & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport.

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