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Outbound fromKilwinning to Manchester Airport by train
It takes an average of 5h 41m to travel from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport by train, over a distance of around 186 miles (299 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport and tickets for this journey start from £24.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:27 | |
| Departure station | Kilwinning | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 4h 19m | |
| Distance | 186 miles (299 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24.70 | |
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About the train journey from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport
Want to travel from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport usually takes 5 hours 41 minutes on average to travel 186 miles (299 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 19 minutes. You can expect to find 24 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £24.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Kilwinning to Manchester Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Kilwinning to Manchester Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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