Trains to British Airports

Go from the railway to the runway with ease

Find out the best train station for getting to major airports in England, Scotland and Wales, and check rail and other transport connections for your journey

Getting to the airport can often be the most stressful part of your trip, but it doesn’t have to be. Opt for the smart way to start your journey: travel by train. Whether you’re jetting off on business or embarking on a long-awaited holiday, the rail network offers regular connections to many major UK airports.

Even if there isn’t a rail station connected to the airport, you may be able to buy a combined rail and bus or tram ticket for a smoother journey. Check when you plan your journey.

For information about travelling on the Heathrow Express, Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and other trains to London airports, visit our Trains to London Airports page.

If you are travelling with friends, family, workmates or teammates, check out our Group Travel page to see if you could save money on your train journey to and from the airport.

Getting to airports in England

Birmingham Airport (BHX)

What is the nearest train station to Birmingham Airport?

The nearest train station is Birmingham International station, which connects to the airport terminal via the free Air-Rail Link.

How do I get to Birmingham Airport?

Trains from Birmingham New Street station go directly to Birmingham International station. The fastest journey time by train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International is 9 minutes*. The onward Air-Rail link then takes just 2 minutes. If the Air-Rail link is not running, you can walk or take a taxi.

Manchester Airport (MAN)

What is the nearest train station to Manchester Airport?

The nearest train station is Manchester Airport station, which is directly connected to the airport terminals by a covered walkway.

How do I get to Manchester Airport?

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly run frequently to Manchester Airport. The fastest journey time from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport is 13 minutes*.

Newcastle International Airport (NCL)

What is the nearest train station to Newcastle International Airport?

There is no connected rail service, but Newcastle Airport Metro station is directly connected to the airport terminal.

How do I get to Newcastle International Airport?

Travel to Newcastle station and you can easily transfer to a Metro service. The journey from Newcastle station to Newcastle International Airport takes around 25 minutes.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (EGGP)

What is the nearest train station to Liverpool John Lennon Airport?

The closest station to Liverpool John Lennon Airport is Liverpool South Parkway, but it is not directly connected to the airport.

How do I get to Liverpool John Lennon Airport?

Direct trains run from Liverpool Lime Street to Liverpool South Parkway, and the fastest journey time is 10 minutes*. Once there, you’ll need to take a connecting bus services to the airport terminal, or use a taxi. Travelling to the airport by bus or taxi takes between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Bristol Airport (BRS)

What is the nearest train station to Bristol Airport?

The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads, but it is not connected to the airport.

How do I get to Bristol Airport?

You will need to travel to Bristol Temple Meads station and then pick up the Airport Flyer bus service, which takes about 30 minutes to reach the airport terminal, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)

What is the nearest train station to Leeds Bradford Airport?

The closest stations to Leeds Bradford Aiport are Leeds and Bradford Interchange. They are not directly connected to the airport.

How do I get to Leeds Bradford Airport?

From either Leeds or Bradford International station the FLYER bus service goes directly to the airport, and taxis also operate. Travelling by road from Leeds or Bradford Interchange to Leeds Bradford Aiport takes on average from 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Southampton (SOU)

What is the nearest train station to Southampton Airport?

The nearest station is Southampton Airport Parkway. It’s directly connected to the airport terminal via a short covered walkway.

How do I get to Southampton Airport?

There are frequent direct rail services from London Waterloo. The fastest train journey from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway is 1 hour 5 minutes*.

Getting to airports in Scotland

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

What is the nearest train station to Edinburgh Airport?

Edinburgh Gateway is the nearest railway station to Edinburgh airport, but you will need to get a tram, bus or taxi to reach the terminal.

How do I get to Edinburgh Airport?

A tram service to Edinburgh Airport runs from the city centre, close to Edinburgh station. It stops at Haymarket, Edinburgh Park and Edinburgh Gateway stations, and takes around 35 minutes from the centre to the airport. Buses and taxis also run from all the main Edinburgh stations, but journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Glasgow Airport (GLA)

What is the nearest train station to Glasgow Airport?

The nearest train station to Glasgow Airport is Paisley Gilmour Street. It is not directly connected to the airport.

How do I get to Glasgow Airport?

From Paisley Gilmour Street, you’ll need to take the frequent McGill’s AirPort Express bus service. Taxis are also available. Travelling from the station by road to the airport terminal takes around 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Getting to airports in Wales

Cardiff Airport (CWL)

What is the nearest train station to Cardiff Airport?

The nearest train station is Rhoose Cardiff International Airport station. You can get a connecting bus to the terminal building.

How do I get to Cardiff Airport?

From Cardiff Central or Cardiff Queen Street, you can travel directly to Rhoose Cardiff International Airport station. The fastest journey time from Cardiff Queen Street station to the airport is 36 minutes*. The bus from the station to Cardiff Airport takes about 10 minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

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* Please note, some journeys will take longer and you may have to change trains on some services