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Trains from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport

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Trains to Stansted Airport from Manchester Victoria

First train

02:52

Last train

02:00

Departure stationManchester Victoria
Arrival stationStansted Airport
Journey time

From 4h 5m

Distance

152 miles (245 km)

Frequency

34 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport?

Check out the next trains departing from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:2215:374h 15m, 3 changes
11:3115:404h 9m, 2 changes
11:4215:554h 13m, 3 changes
12:0216:074h 5m, 3 changes
12:2216:374h 15m, 3 changes
12:3116:404h 9m, 2 changes
12:4216:554h 13m, 3 changes
13:0217:104h 8m, 3 changes
13:2217:404h 18m, 3 changes
13:3117:524h 21m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport?

Get from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport in as little as 4 hours 5 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport takes around 5 hours 52 minutes. There are around 34 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport, you'll need to make 2 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport?

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport? 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 Victoria to Stansted Airport?

You can get from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport by train in 5 hours and 52 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 5 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Victoria and Stansted Airport is 5 hours and 52 minutes, with around 34 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 Victoria and Stansted Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport is 4 hours and 5 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport?

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

How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Manchester Victoria to Stansted Airport is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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