Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport
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Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport by train
| First train | 10:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:28 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 4h 41m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (223 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport by train
Looking to travel from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 42 minutes to travel from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 139 miles (223 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 London North Eastern Railway or TransPennine Express 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 Welwyn Garden City 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!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What's the fastest journey time between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Airport by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport is 4 hours and 41 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport?
No, there are no direct train services from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport. Travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport leave?
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport leaves at 10:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport leave?
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport leaves at 17:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Welwyn Garden City and Manchester Airport by train?
Trains travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport cover a distance of around 139 miles (223 km) during the journey.
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If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester Airport to Welwyn Garden City.
Cheap train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester Airport
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