How far is it from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The distance between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN) is 32 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?

The fastest route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Manchester Airport (MAN) from Whalleys?

Manchester Airport (MAN) lies roughly to the south-east of Whalleys.

Which roads does the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) follow?

The drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) mainly follows M6.

Which towns do you pass between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN)?

Towns on the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) include Skelmersdale, St Helens, Warrington, Urmston, Manchester.

Are there charging stations between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN), including BP Railway Road, Skelmersdale (350 kW); Moto Knutsford Southbound Services (350 kW); Salford Quays Services, Salford (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 463.

Whalleys Manchester Airport (MAN)

Distance: 32 miDuration: 45 min

Driving from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) takes about 45 min via M6. The distance is 32 mi. The straight-line distance is 26 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Roby Mill, Broad Oak, St. Helens, Lane Head, Wigan, Dales Brow, Brindle Heath. Driving directions

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Driving directions34 · 32 mi

1 Depart onto Whalleys Road 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Vinescross Way 27 yd
3 Continue left onto Vinescross Way 70 yd
4 Continue U-turn onto Vinescross Way 70 yd
5 Continue right onto Vinescross Way 27 yd
6 Turn left onto Whalleys Road 1 mi
7 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Whalleys Road 73 yd
8 Exit roundabout straight onto Whalleys Road 1 mi
9 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Ashurst Road 2 yd
10 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Ashurst Road 1 mi
11 Enter roundabout straight onto Ashurst Road 78 yd
12 Exit roundabout straight onto Ashurst Road 1 mi
13 Enter rotary straight onto Stannanought Road 6 yd

14 Exit rotary slightly left onto Stannanought Road 2 mi
15 Enter rotary straight onto Stannanought Road 119 yd
16 Exit rotary straight onto Stannanought Road 1 mi
17 Take ramp slightly left 3 mi
18 Enter rotary straight onto Orrell Interchange 90 yd
19 Exit rotary straight onto Orrell Interchange 1 mi
20 Enter rotary straight 1 mi
21 Exit rotary straight 16 mi
22 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
23 Keep slightly left 1 mi
24 Merge slightly right 9 mi
25 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
26 Enter roundabout straight onto Wilmslow Road 106 yd
27 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Wilmslow Road 1 mi
28 Turn left onto Sunbank Lane 64 yd
29 Continue straight onto Gannet Way 1 mi
30 Turn right onto Wilmslow Old Road 1 mi
31 Turn slightly right 159 yd
32 At end of road, turn left 112 yd
33 Turn slightly left 1 mi
34 Arrive

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The return trip from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Whalleys covers roughly the same distance, 32 mi.

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Charging points along the way

440 chargers

BP Railway Road, SkelmersdaleBP Railway Road, Skelmersdale, WN8 8TL350 kW
Moto Knutsford Southbound ServicesMoto Knutsford Southbound Services, WA16 0TL350 kW
Salford Quays Services, SalfordSalford Quays Services, Salford, M5 4QD350 kW
4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan, WN5 0UL300 kW
Galway Crescent, St HelensGalway Crescent, St Helens, England, WA11 0GR300 kW

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Popular destinations close by

Manchester Airport (MAN) → Well Green4 mi · 10 min Manchester Airport (MAN) → Roundthorn, Manchester5 mi · 15 min Manchester Airport (MAN) → The Cliff14 mi · 30 min Manchester Airport (MAN) → Pownall Park5 mi · 15 min Manchester Airport (MAN) → Altrincham5 mi · 15 min Manchester Airport (MAN) → Rosehill, Trafford5 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?: The distance between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN) is 32 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?: The drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN)?: The fastest route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Manchester Airport (MAN) from Whalleys?: Manchester Airport (MAN) lies roughly to the south-east of Whalleys.
Which roads does the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) follow?: The drive from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) mainly follows M6.
Which towns do you pass between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN)?: Towns on the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN) include Skelmersdale, St Helens, Warrington, Urmston, Manchester.
Are there charging stations between Whalleys and Manchester Airport (MAN)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Whalleys to Manchester Airport (MAN), including BP Railway Road, Skelmersdale (350 kW); Moto Knutsford Southbound Services (350 kW); Salford Quays Services, Salford (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 463.

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