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Outbound fromLondon Paddington to Manchester Airport by train
| First train | 07:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 07:31 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 5h 26m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (250 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £47.50 | |
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Travelling from London Paddington to Manchester Airport by train
Looking to travel from London Paddington to Manchester Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 26 minutes to travel from London Paddington to Manchester Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 155 miles (250 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Manchester Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Manchester Airport – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London Paddington to Manchester Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £47.50.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London Paddington 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 London Paddington 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.