Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£2

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

11 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

16 m

Trains on 05 Sept

4

Distance

12 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 trains from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Northern RailG90076
    9:110h17
    Heald Green (HDG)
    9:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89560
    8:200h11
    Heald Green (HDG)
    8:31Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG90074
    8:110h17
    Heald Green (HDG)
    8:28Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG86165
    8:350h17
    Heald Green (HDG)
    8:52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £21One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 12 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

£2

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

45m

Average total duration

Fastest

15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 17m

Average total duration

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):

A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 15m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heald Green (HDG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 17m sooner (15m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG86156
On time
23:10 Heald Green (HDG)
0h17
23:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89604
On time
23:20 Heald Green (HDG)
0h11
23:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89610
On time
23:49 Heald Green (HDG)
0h18
0:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
Northern RailG900748:11 Heald Green (HDG)
0h17
8:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895608:20 Heald Green (HDG)
0h11
8:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG861658:35 Heald Green (HDG)
0h17
8:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG900769:11 Heald Green (HDG)
0h17
9:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach or train

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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 11m.

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
Distance
12 km
Average train duration
15m
Cheapest ticket price
£1
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
11m
First train
6:11
Last train
17:20
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Heald Green (HDG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
11m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£1
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
10m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£5
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £1, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 12 km.
The first train from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 6:11.
The last train from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 17:20.
Trains from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Heald Green (HDG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, costing approximately £1.
Booking trains from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heald Green to Manchester Piccadilly is more functional than scenic, primarily passing through suburban and urban environments.
Yes, a day trip from Heald Green to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 11m, covers a distance of 12 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

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Important Stations and Airports in Heald Green (HDG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Heald Green (HDG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Stockport to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Heald Green (HDG) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Stockport
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Heald GreenHeald Green station, Finney Lane, Heald Green, Cheshire, SK8 3DY+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Heald Green from Stockport city centre

Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainManchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport · 5m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus368 · 26m · £2 · every ~12 min

Heald Green train station facilities and services

Heald Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heald Green: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heald Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - platform 1 is accessed from the car park, platform 2 is accessed via a long ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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