Travelling from Manchester to Stansted Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Manchester to Stansted Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Manchester to Stansted Airport take around 3 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 244 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around  00:52. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 00:55, with the last train leaving at around 21:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 55 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$81.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Stansted Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Stansted Airport.

Is there a direct train from Manchester to Stansted Airport?

The journey between Manchester and Stansted Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester to Stansted Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Stansted Airport?

The Manchester to Stansted Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester to Stansted Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Stansted Airport leaving Manchester at around 00:52 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 00:55, with the final departure at 21:07.