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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
The table below shows live departures for Hope to Manchester trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24793 | On time 9:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 10:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24803 | On time 10:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 11:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28256 | On time 11:40 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h52 | 12:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28270 | On time 12:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 13:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28281 | On time 13:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 14:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28305 | On time 16:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 17:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24771 | On time 17:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 18:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24782 | On time 18:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 19:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24795 | On time 19:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 20:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24806 | On time 20:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h53 | 21:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28259 | On time 21:39 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h54 | 22:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28273 | On time 23:11 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 1h00 | 0:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28311 | On time 23:53 Hope (Derbyshire) (HOP) | 0h44 | 0:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hope to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 52m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
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Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.
Historic canal-side warehouse district with restored brick buildings, waterside walks, bars, galleries and one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Lively central square framed by major civic buildings and event space, ideal for architecture, seasonal markets and city-centre orientation.
Characterful Northern Quarter street known for independent shops, record stores, creative spaces and eye-catching street art.
A flaky shortcrust pie filled with spiced minced beef, potato and onion. It is closely associated with Oldham and Greater Manchester chip shops.
A hearty hotpot of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes. A long-standing North West comfort dish served across Manchester pubs.
A rich tripe stew cooked with onions, milk and stock. It was a classic working-class Manchester meal linked to the city’s historic tripe trade.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre setting. Best for a special meal with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
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Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hope 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.

Most Hope to Manchester trains use the Hope (Derbyshire) to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Hope and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hope (Derbyshire) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hope (Derbyshire).
Wi-Fi is available at Hope (Derbyshire).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hope (Derbyshire): Parking.
Available at Hope (Derbyshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hope (Derbyshire): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, No step-free access to Sheffield platform as access via stepped footbridge. Level access to Manchester platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Station Car Park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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