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East Kilbride to Manchester Airport train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from East Kilbride to Manchester Airport, starting from AED 77.10 and averaging AED 80.19. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 24m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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23:57
East Kilbride
08:15+1
Manchester Airport
8h 18m, No directScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern
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23:57
East Kilbride
08:44+1
Paris
8h 47m, No directScotRailTransPennine Express
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East Kilbride to Manchester Airport train route details

First train
First train
06:20
Last train
Last train
23:57
Departure station
Departure station
East Kilbride
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Airport
Journey time
Journey time
4h 24m
Distance
Distance
294 km
Price
Price
AED 77.10*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from East Kilbride to Manchester Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from East Kilbride to Manchester Airport can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from East Kilbride to Manchester Airport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 East Kilbride to Manchester 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from East Kilbride to Manchester Airport ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
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 East Kilbride to Manchester Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

East Kilbride to Manchester Airport train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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