Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common by train
| First train | 03:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:46 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Airport | |
| Arrival station | Silkstone Common | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 31 miles (51 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common? Look no further.
You'll usually find 35 trains per day running between Manchester Airport and Silkstone Common, which usually take 3 hours to complete the 31 miles (51 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Silkstone Common by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Silkstone Common? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester Airport to Silkstone Common is right for you.
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