Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly: By Taxi, Train or Bus

Q: How do you get from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly?

If you’re looking to make the transfer from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly, you have four options; taxi, private transfer, train or bus. Taking a Manchester Airport taxi is the most comfortable option and it takes only 18 minutes to reach the station. However, it’s also the most expensive transfer option at £42 (€50). Another quick option is the train which costs £3.20 (€4) and takes 15 minutes. Your final option is the 43 or 103 bus, which costs £3.50 (€4), but takes 45 minutes.

Q: How far is it from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Manchester Airport is located 14 km away from Manchester Piccadilly Train Station. To get there by Manchester Airport taxi or private car, it will take only 18 minutes. By train, it will take 15 minutes and the buses from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly take around 45 minutes.

Manchester Piccadilly Train Station is the main train station in Manchester. Built in 1842, Piccadilly Station offers long-distance, intercity and cross-country services to famous destinations such as London, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

To get from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly Train Station, you have four different transfer options; taxi, private transfer, train or bus. The quickest transfer option is the train, it takes just 15 minutes to reach Piccadilly and costs £3.20 (€4) one-way. The most comfortable transfer option is taking a Manchester Airport taxi or private car as it takes only 18 minutes direct. Your final option is to take one of the two buses, costing just £3.50 (€4) one-way but takes around 45 minutes.

4 options to go from Manchester Airport to city center

PRICE FOR

OPTION	PRICE	TIME	AVAILABILITY	CONVENIENCE
Welcome Pickups Private Transfer	€54	18min	24/7	Convenience	Book
Taxi	€50	18min	24/7	Convenience	Book
	Taking a taxi is extremely comfortable and a great option if you're travelling in a group or with lots of luggage. However, if you're on a budget, the train will get you there in the same amount of time but for a much lower price.
Train	€8	15min	02:59–00:38	Convenience	Read more
	To make your train journey even more comfortable, you can book a first-class ticket online in advance for slightly more than a standard ticket. This way you get more space, more luggage storage and a better WiFi connection.
Bus	€8	45min	24/7	Convenience	Read more
	Although taking the public 43 or 103 bus is a cheap transfer option, taking the train is a much more convenient and much faster option. We recommend choosing the train if it's available when you land.

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How to get from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly by taxi

The most comfortable way to travel from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly is by taxi. They are available 24/7 and will take you on a private ride to Piccadilly station in just 18 minutes in light traffic.

Taxi fare from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly

Taxis at Manchester Airport don’t offer a set-rate fee for the journey to Piccadilly Station. Instead, they will calculate your fare based on several factors, such as the time of day, vehicle size and number of passengers. Having said this, the average fare for a taxi from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly is £42 (€50). Bear in mind that other charges may apply and your fare could increase due to traffic levels.

If you’d rather book your transfer in advance to ensure a seamless arrival, you can pre-book with a reliable company like Welcome. We offer 24/7 customer support, sightseeing rides and even an app to keep things sweet and simple.

Where do I get it from?

Taxis are available outside all terminals at Manchester Airport. At Terminal 1 you can find the taxi rank right outside the terminal building, opposite the arrivals car park. At Terminal 2, it’s just outside the exit closest to baggage claim and at Terminal 3, it’s next to entrance door 1 at arrivals.

Convenience

Nothing beats a private and relaxing transfer, especially after a long flight. That’s why taking a taxi from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly is so convenient. No matter what time you land, a taxi will be waiting to take you directly to the front door of Piccadilly Station so you can begin your journey in style.

Useful Tips

Some taxi drivers accept card payments, but be sure to check with your driver before entering the cab.

Tips are not expected by taxi drivers in England, but you can round up your fare if you had great service.

If you're travelling at night, expect your fare to be a little higher.

Book a trusted, English-speaking driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular taxi

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How to get from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly by train

Taking the train from Manchester Airport to Piccadilly is the quickest transfer option. The station is just 14 km from the airport and you can transfer to anywhere else in England from there. The fastest train takes just 13 minutes, whilst the average journey time is about 15-17 minutes.

TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales and Northern Rail all operate the Manchester Airport to Piccadilly Train Station route, with over 154 trains per day, giving you plenty of options.

How much is the train from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly?

A one-way ticket for the train from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly costs just £3.20 (€4). You can purchase your tickets online in advance to save money, or from the ticket office or self-service machines in the station.

*Manchester Airport Station’s ticket office is open Monday to Sunday between 06:30 and 22:30.

Cost

£3.20 (€4)

Trip Duration

15 Min

There's a waiting time of up to 15 minutes for the train.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money