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Trains from Manchester Stations to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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12

train journeys
per day

152

miles (244 kms)

5hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Stansted Airport is approximately 152 miles (244 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Stansted Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    18:35
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:43
    10 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    05:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:30
    10 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:52
    10 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stansted Airport
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
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 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 Stations and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Stations & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Stansted Airport.

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