Travelling by train from Manchester Airport to Eccles

Ready to travel from Manchester Airport to Eccles by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Manchester Airport and Eccles

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £4.42

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Manchester Airport to Eccles

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Manchester Airport to Eccles:

  • 05:59 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:07 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:32 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:10 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 30 minutes from Manchester Airport toward Eccles.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 31 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Manchester Airport to Eccles

Trains can complete this route in as little as 25 minutes. The total distance travelled is 14 kilometres.

How far in advance Manchester Airport and Eccles tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Manchester Airport and Eccles are available 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Manchester Airport to Eccles

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Eccles city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Manchester Airport to Eccles by train?

The train route from Manchester Airport to Eccles covers 14 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Eccles?

The cheapest fare on this route is £4.42. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Manchester Airport to Eccles train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Manchester Airport to Eccles?

The fastest travel time is 25 minutes.