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Outbound fromManchester Airport to York by train
It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from Manchester Airport to York by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from Manchester Airport to York and tickets for this journey start from £13.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:38 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Airport | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 1h 51m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.10 | |
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Take the train from Manchester Airport to York in 1h 40m
If you want to travel from Manchester Airport to York by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester Airport to York by train to take around 2h 9m. You’ll usually find around 58 trains running on this route per day, which spans 63 miles (102 km). There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to your destination. You’ll be travelling on a TransPennine Express service on your way to York, as they operate all trains on this route. Their fastest train takes just 1h 40m and during your journey you can enjoy free WiFi, plug sockets and access to an onboard entertainment platform.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from Manchester Airport to York in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
If you want to know more about the journey from Manchester Airport to York by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
FAQs about the train journey from Manchester Airport to York
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Airport to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to York
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 York 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.