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Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport by train

First train

06:28

Last train

16:28

Departure station

Sankey For Penketh

Arrival station

Manchester Airport

Journey time

From 1h 8m

Distance

16 miles (25 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express

Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport train times

Check out the next trains departing from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport for Monday 29th April 2024 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesTrainDuration
07:28 sankey for penketh08:36 manchester airportPlat. 1 estimatednorthern PeakGet tickets1h 8m, 2 changes
17:28 sankey for penketh18:36 manchester airportnorthern Off PeakGet tickets1h 8m, 2 changes

How to travel from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport? Look no further.

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Sankey For Penketh and Manchester Airport, which usually take 1 hour 8 minutes to complete the 16 miles (25 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 8 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Manchester Airport by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Manchester Airport.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Manchester Airport? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Sankey For Penketh and Manchester Airport is 1 hour and 8 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Sankey For Penketh and Manchester Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport is 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport. Travelling from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport leave?

The first train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport leaves at 06:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport leave?

The last train from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport leaves at 16:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Sankey For Penketh and Manchester Airport by train?

Trains travelling from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport cover a distance of around 16 miles (25 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester Airport to Sankey For Penketh.

Cheap train tickets from Sankey For Penketh to Manchester Airport

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