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Bath Spa to Manchester Airport by train
| First train | 05:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:03 | |
| Departure station | Bath Spa | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 46m | |
| Distance | 137 miles (221 km) | |
| Frequency | 57 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Bath Spa to Manchester Airport in 3 hours 46 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bath Spa to Manchester Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 47 minutes to travel the 137 miles (221 km) from Bath Spa to Manchester Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 46 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 57 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Manchester Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bath Spa to Manchester Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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