The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Alfreton station (ALF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
09:312h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:32Alfreton station (ALF)£121One-way0 changes
08:122h22Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:34Alfreton station (ALF)£361One-way0 changes
09:312h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:32Alfreton station (ALF)£121One-way0 changes
08:122h22Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:34Alfreton station (ALF)£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£26 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) trains for today, Saturday 28 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y12383 | On time 16:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h25 | 18:08 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y12386 | On time 17:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h23 | 19:06 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y12389 | On time 18:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h23 | 20:06 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y12392 | On time 19:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h24 | 21:07 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y12394 | On time 20:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h23 | 22:06 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y12396 | On time 21:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h21 | 23:04 Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 12:43. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 12:43 |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Alfreton station (ALF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Alfreton station (ALF) 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 Alfreton station (ALF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Alfreton station (ALF)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00 Saturday 06:45 - 18:00 Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. Step free access to the ticket office and northbound (towards Sheffield) platform only. No wheelchair access to southbound platform, please call 03457 125 678 pressing option 3 to make arrangements. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: None
- Accessible taxis: Royal Cabs 0115 608608
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are shelters and accessible seating on the platforms. Inside waiting area also located in the booking office.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop in the station forecourt.
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