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The cheapest and fastest trains from Attenborough to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
93 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Attenborough to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Attenborough to Manchester will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Fast trains
To travel from Attenborough to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
09:392h26
Attenborough12:05Manchester
£491One-way
2 changes
11:372h28
Attenborough14:05Manchester
£491One-way
2 changes
13:392h26
Attenborough16:05Manchester
£491One-way
2 changes
17:402h24
Attenborough20:04Manchester
£491One-way
2 changes
19:382h27
Attenborough22:05Manchester
£491One-way
2 changes
19:052h00
Attenborough21:05Manchester
£501One-way
2 changes
13:042h01
Attenborough15:05Manchester
£501One-way
2 changes
17:032h01
Attenborough19:04Manchester
£501One-way
2 changes
09:032h02
Attenborough11:05Manchester
£501One-way
2 changes
11:032h02
Attenborough13:05Manchester
£501One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Attenborough to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Attenborough to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 93 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£63 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Attenborough to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Attenborough to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:04 Attenborough | 2h01 | 15:05 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 13:06 Attenborough | 2h29 | 15:35 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 13:39 Attenborough | 2h26 | 16:05 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 05:45 Attenborough | 2h50 | 08:35 Manchester | 3 changes | |
 | 06:09 Attenborough | 2h16 | 08:25 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 07:02 Attenborough | 2h03 | 09:05 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 07:11 Attenborough | 2h24 | 09:35 Manchester | 3 changes | |
| 07:13 Attenborough | 2h06 | 09:19 Manchester | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Attenborough to Manchester
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Trains from Attenborough to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 2h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 02:50 |
Last train 21:13 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Attenborough to Manchester trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Attenborough and Manchester from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£15
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£49
east_midlands_trains frequency
15 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£51
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Attenborough to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Attenborough to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Attenborough to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Attenborough to Manchester covers a distance of 93 km and takes approximately 2h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Attenborough to Manchester is 93 km.
The first train from Attenborough to Manchester leaves at 2:50.
The last train from Attenborough to Manchester departs at 21:13.
Trains from Attenborough to Manchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Attenborough to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Attenborough to Manchester.
To get from Attenborough to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Attenborough to Manchester.
The train station in Attenborough that goes to Manchester is Attenborough station (ATB), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Attenborough to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Attenborough to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Attenborough to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, which provides scenic views, particularly around the Peak District area.
A day trip from Attenborough to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 0m. However, trains run 3 times per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Attenborough to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Attenborough and Manchester
Attenborough
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Attenborough is Attenborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Attenborough for your trip from Attenborough to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category - B Platform 1 has step free access and can be reached via a ramp with a moderate gradient. Platform 2 has step free access and can be reached via a ramp with a moderate gradient. However, to go between platforms you do have to use the level crossing which is an unsmooth surface. This station has tactile paving at the edges of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Attenborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Long Lane
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Attenborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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