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TransPennine Express
East Midlands Railway

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Manchester Airport to Shirebrook by train

First train

04:43

Last train

22:31

Departure station

Manchester Airport

Arrival station

Shirebrook

Journey time

From 2h 42m

Distance

46 miles (73 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook in 2 hours 42 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to travel the 46 miles (73 km) from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook

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

How do I travel from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook?

You can get from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook by train in 4 hours and 30 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 42 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Airport and Shirebrook is 4 hours and 30 minutes, with around 9 trains per day running on this route. 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 Manchester Airport and Shirebrook by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook is 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook?

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

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Shirebrook

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 Manchester Airport to Shirebrook 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.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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