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Outbound fromWelshpool to Manchester Airport by train
It takes an average of 3h 1m to travel from Welshpool to Manchester Airport by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Welshpool to Manchester Airport and tickets for this journey start from £37.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:02 | |
| Departure station | Welshpool | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 56m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £37.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Welshpool to Manchester Airport in 1 hour 56 minutes
If you want to travel from Welshpool to Manchester Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Welshpool to Manchester Airport by train to take around 3 hours 1 minute. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 19 trains per day running on this route, which spans 61 miles (98 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Manchester Airport. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Welshpool to Manchester Airport start from £37.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Welshpool 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 Welshpool 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.
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