Manchester Airport to York Trains From £12.80*

What amenities are there in the TransPennine Express Standard Class? 

Comfortable seating is available throughout TransPennine Express Standard Class, with free Wi-Fi on most services and plug sockets at many seats for keeping devices charged while on the move. Table seats are available in most carriages – a practical option for both airport travellers and leisure passengers.

Is TransPennine Express First Class worth it? 

Where First Class is available on TransPennine Express services, passengers can expect wider seats, extra legroom and a quieter carriage for a more comfortable journey. Complimentary refreshments are served directly to your seat on many services, making it a worthwhile upgrade for the 2.5-hour trip between Manchester Airport and York.

How much luggage space is there on TransPennine Express trains? 

There’s ample room on TransPennine Express services for luggage, with passengers able to bring up to three items onboard free of charge. Overhead racks and under-seat storage are available for smaller bags, with dedicated luggage areas at the ends of each carriage for larger suitcases and airport baggage.

Is there food and drink on TransPennine Express trains? 

Snacks and drinks are available to purchase on many TransPennine Express services throughout the journey. First Class passengers on qualifying services receive complimentary refreshments as part of their ticket fare.

At around 75 miles, the journey between Manchester Airport and York heads east across the Pennines through Huddersfield and Leeds before arriving in one of the country's most storied cities. Here are a few station tips to make sure your trip goes smoothly at both ends.

Manchester Airport: Getting to the Platform

• The Platform Tip: TransPennine Express services to York depart from the station's main platforms. Platforms are located below the main entrance level and are only confirmed shortly before boarding, so do check the departure boards before heading down.
• Pre-Departure: The station has a ticket office open daily from 06:30 to 22:30, along with refreshments, shops and free Wi-Fi. For a wider range of food and drink, the terminal buildings above the station offer an extensive selection of restaurants and coffee shops.

Onboard trains from Manchester Airport to York

Heading east from Manchester Airport, the journey to York crosses the full breadth of northern England, climbing through the Pennines and into the open plains of the Vale of York on the final approach to the city.

• The View Alert: Sit on the left-hand side as you head east for the best views of the Pennines as the train climbs through moorland between Manchester and Huddersfield.
• Key Landmarks: One of the great railway arrivals in the north of England, the towers of York Minster will appear above the surrounding rooftops as you make your arrival at York station.

Arriving at York

Built in 1877 and still one of the most impressive stations on the UK network, York station’s grand curved roof spans most of the platforms feeding into a spacious central concourse. Sitting immediately outside the medieval city walls, the historic city centre of York is just a short walk away.

• The Station Road Exit: The main exit opens onto Station Road, from where York Minster, The Shambles and the city walls are around a 10-minute walk into the historic centre.
• The National Railway Museum Link: The station footbridge gives direct access to the National Railway Museum, one of the largest railway collections in the world and worth a visit if your schedule allows.
• Onward Travel: Taxis and local buses are available from outside the Station Road entrance. The city centre is compact, and most of York's major attractions can be easily reached on foot from the station.