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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Giffnock (GFN)

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20

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

03:59 / 00:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Giffnock (GFN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Giffnock , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Giffnock is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Giffnock.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Giffnock. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Airport to Giffnock

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Giffnock Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    03:59
    5 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    09:06
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    10:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:04
    4 hrs 30 mins1 change
    11:34
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    12:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:17
    4 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    12:32
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:04
    4 hrs 29 mins1 change
    13:33
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:29
    4 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    14:03
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:29
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    14:33
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:17
    4 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    15:33
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    16:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:04
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    16:32
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:17
    4 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    17:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:29
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    17:33
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:29
    4 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    18:35
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:04
    4 hrs 33 mins1 change
    19:37
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    20:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    21:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:29
    4 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    22:04
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:29
    4 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    23:02
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:46
    9 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    09:06
    Manchester Airport
    Giffnock
    Manchester Airport to Giffnock

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
AddressManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed byTP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Giffnock Station

Station name Giffnock (GFN)
AddressGiffnock station, Fenwick Road, Giffnock, East Renfrewshire, G46 6JF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:40 - 13:44
Saturday 06:40 - 13:44
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Giffnock

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Giffnock by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Giffnock vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:57.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Airport and Giffnock typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport and Giffnock can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Airport & Giffnock. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Giffnock.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Airport and Giffnock, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.