Update regarding Rail Strikes

Please be aware that disruption is expected across the rail network, due to industrial action on Weds 27th July, Thursday 18th August and Saturday 20th August. Find out more.

Wednesday 27th July

Passengers are being advised to use alternative travel methods. However, those travelling on the strike date and the days either side of the strike date, are advised to check the status of their service before arriving at the station, plan ahead, to expect disruption and for services to be busier than normal.

The following services to/from Manchester Airport are expected to run, however services are subject to change –

• Northern – Liverpool Lime Street to/from Alderley Edge, calling at Manchester Airport

• TPE – Preston to/from Manchester Airport

There is a limited timetable expected.

Strike action is also likely to take place on Thursday 18th August and Saturday 20th August. Please allow more time for your journey or make alternative travel arrangements.

For more information on the Industrial Action and to check before you travel please visit National Rail.

Manchester Metrolink

Metrolink services will continue to operate frequently on the date of industrial action, except on the Altrincham line.

Services between Altrincham and Timperley will only operate 7am to 7pm.

Between 6am to 7am, and 7pm to midnight, services will only operate between Timperley to Piccadilly only, on the Altrincham line.

Bus replacement services will operate between Altrincham and Timperley.

Direct trains to the airport

The station is located at the heart of the airport campus, which means passengers have easy access to all the terminals. With moving walkways throughout, it should take no more than 5 - 15 minutes to get to and from the terminals.

Regular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly

Trains from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly station in the city centre take around 20 minutes. They run every 10 minutes, 7 days a week, through train operators TransPennine Express and Northern Rail. Meanwhile, you can travel to just about anywhere in the UK from Manchester Piccadilly.

Where can I buy a ticket?

Save money by pre-booking your train tickets online. You can also buy train tickets online for travel that day, or there are ticket machines and an information desk at the Manchester Airport train station.

Contact

National Rail Enquiries               08457 48 49 50               Website

Accessibility

Those in need of accessibility services can find plenty of help around the station.

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