What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is to bus which costs £5 - £20 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo (Station) and Manchester Airport (MAN)?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Interchange and arriving at Manchester Airport The Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo (Station) and Manchester Airport (MAN)?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN). However, there are services departing from Waterloo (Merseyside) and arriving at Manchester Airport via Liverpool Lime Street and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The distance between Waterloo (Station) and Manchester Airport (MAN) is 51 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus from?

Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterloo Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) train from?

Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Waterloo (Merseyside) station.

Train or bus from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The best way to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £18 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £20 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus arrive?

Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) train arrive?

Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central station.

Can I drive from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is 40 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN).

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Airport (MAN)?

There are 3680+ hotels available in Manchester Airport (MAN).

Can I share a ride from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo (Station) and Manchester Airport (MAN). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 6 ways to get from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Liverpool Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airporttrain
1h 51m
£18–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Interchange to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 53
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 170 / ...
2h 20m
£6–20
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester-MANrideshare 39.8 mi
44 min
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)car 39.8 mi
44 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN)taxi 39.8 mi
44 min
£80–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Interchange to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 53
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airporttrain Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 46m
£16–33

Waterloo (Station) to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train and foot

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Waterloo (Station), Sefton, England and Manchester Airport (MAN), England?

You can take a train from Waterloo (Merseyside) to Manchester Airport via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Interchange to Manchester Airport The Station via Queen Square Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 2h 20m.

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