Summary
The new service represents the first direct rail link between the West Midlands and Manchester Airport in decades. London Northwestern Railway confirmed the May 2027 launch date for the hourly route connecting Birmingham New Street to the airport.
Currently, West Midlands passengers must change trains at Crewe, Wilmslow or travel via Manchester city centre. The direct connection will improve connectivity for business and leisure travellers accessing the airport from the region's second-largest city.
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Common questions
- What is this article about?
- London Northwestern Railway will operate an hourly direct train service between Birmingham New Street and Manchester Airport from May 2027, eliminating the need for passengers to change at Crewe, Wilmslow or Manchester city centre.
- When was this published?
- This article was published on 11 September 2026.
- Who published this article?
- This article was published by TheBusinessDesk.