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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Alfreton
Showing times and prices for 31 Jan
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Alfreton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Alfreton will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Alfreton every day 5 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 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
12:431h22
Manchester14:05Alfreton
£131One-way
0 changes
11:431h23
Manchester13:06Alfreton
£181One-way
0 changes
15:431h25
Manchester17:08Alfreton
£321One-way
0 changes
10:431h21
Manchester12:04Alfreton
£351One-way
0 changes
04:462h19
Manchester07:05Alfreton
£361One-way
0 changes
10:431h21
Manchester12:04Alfreton
£351One-way
0 changes
12:431h22
Manchester14:05Alfreton
£131One-way
0 changes
11:431h23
Manchester13:06Alfreton
£181One-way
0 changes
15:431h25
Manchester17:08Alfreton
£321One-way
0 changes
04:462h19
Manchester07:05Alfreton
£361One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Alfreton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Alfreton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 71 km
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2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Alfreton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Alfreton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:46 Manchester | 2h19 | 07:05 Alfreton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 Manchester | 1h21 | 12:04 Alfreton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:43 Manchester | 1h23 | 13:06 Alfreton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:43 Manchester | 1h22 | 14:05 Alfreton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:43 Manchester | 1h25 | 17:08 Alfreton | 0 changesdirect |
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Alfreton
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Trains from Manchester to Alfreton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 21m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 22:17 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester to Alfreton trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester and Alfreton from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£13
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£25
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£10
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
£35
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£29
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Manchester to Alfreton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Alfreton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Alfreton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from Manchester to Alfreton covers a distance of 71 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Alfreton is 71 km.
The first train from Manchester to Alfreton leaves at 5:43.
The last train from Manchester to Alfreton departs at 22:17.
Trains from Manchester to Alfreton run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Alfreton.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Alfreton. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains.
To get from Manchester to Alfreton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Alfreton.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Alfreton is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Alfreton station (ALF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Alfreton is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Manchester to Alfreton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Alfreton offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring views of the Peak District's rolling hills and picturesque countryside as you travel through parts of Derbyshire.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester to Alfreton. The journey takes 1h 21m and covers 71 km. There are 4 trains per day.
Visitors typically spend 1 to 2 days in Alfreton to explore local attractions, enjoy nearby countryside walks, and experience the town's charm.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Alfreton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Alfreton
Manchester
Alfreton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Alfreton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
The major train station for arrivals in Alfreton is Alfreton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alfreton for your journey to Alfreton from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00 Saturday 06:45 - 18:00 Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are shelters and accessible seating on the platforms. Inside waiting area also located in the booking office.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Alfreton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop in the station forecourt.
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