Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) train with Northern Rail (3)

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
07:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h31
07:32 Sandbach station (SDB)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03162
On time
08:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h31
08:32 Sandbach station (SDB)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03143
On time
09:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h31
09:32 Sandbach station (SDB)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03167
On time
10:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h31
10:32 Sandbach station (SDB)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03166
On time
11:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h31
11:32 Sandbach station (SDB)
0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 14:01. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 24m.

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
25 km
Average train duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
24m
First train
04:51
Last train
14:01
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 (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Sandbach station (SDB) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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 Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
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

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) 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 station (SDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) is by train, costing approximately £3.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) is 25 km.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) departs at 14:01.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) leaves at 4:51.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Sandbach station (SDB). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB).
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB).
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sandbach station (SDB), you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Sandbach station (SDB)

Manchester
Sandbach
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Sandbach.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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.

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