The cheapest and fastest trains from Irlam to Sandbach
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irlam to Sandbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irlam to Sandbach will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Irlam for Sandbach every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.


Live departures
Irlam to Sandbach train times
The table below shows live departures for Irlam to Sandbach trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:56 Irlam | 1h36 | 08:32 Sandbach | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irlam to Sandbach
Trains from Irlam to Sandbach run on average 5 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Irlam to Sandbach trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Irlam and Sandbach from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Irlam to Sandbach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irlam to Sandbach 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 Sandbach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Irlam and Sandbach
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Services towards Manchester : Level access from the car park onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool : From entrance onto Manchester platform, turn left and down 26 steps, through an underpass (28 paces) and up 28 steps onto the platform. Or, from Liverpool Road opposite Excalibur Way along a path to the underpass, up 28 steps onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Liverpool Road for buses to Warrington, Manchester or Eccles. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Liverpool Rd (350m from station). Towards Manchester - bus stop opposite Excalibur Way. Towards Liverpool - bus stop adjacent to Kings Road.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:25 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, stepped footbridge to Manchester platform. Contact Customer Relations for advice about alternative accessible transport or the nearest fully step-free station.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Buses to Middlewich, Winsford and Sandbach town centre (1 mile) from London Road junction with Station Road (100 yards). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of station
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