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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as OMR 10.460, with average prices for this route around OMR 27.460.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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17:35
3h 36m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:11
Stansted Airport
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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17:55
3h 49m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:44
Stansted Airport
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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18:15
3h 42m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:57
Stansted Airport
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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18:30
4h 11m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
22:41
Stansted Airport
TransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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18:35
3h 39m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
22:14
Stansted Airport
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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18:55
3h 49m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
22:44
Paris
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport train route details

First train
First train
00:56
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Stansted Airport
Journey time
Journey time
3h 27m
Distance
Distance
244 km
Price
Price
OMR 10.460*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Stansted Airport train ticket types

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