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Manchester Art Gallery
Compact gallery and museum in Manchester showing decorative art, costumes and changing exhibitions in an elegant Victorian building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bredbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bredbury will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 20 trains from Manchester to Bredbury, including 20 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.
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Trains from Manchester to Bredbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 14m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Bredbury.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bredbury trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:45 Manchester | 0h13 | 20:58 Bredbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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P24763 | 6:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 6:58 Bredbury station (BDY) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24612 | 7:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h19 | 7:35 Bredbury station (BDY) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24774 | 7:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 8:02 Bredbury station (BDY) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24616 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 8:35 Bredbury station (BDY) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24786 | 8:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 9:03 Bredbury station (BDY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compact gallery and museum in Manchester showing decorative art, costumes and changing exhibitions in an elegant Victorian building.
Local history museum in Stockport with objects on town life, industries and wartime stories, a practical nearby choice from Bredbury.
Restored air-raid shelters beneath Stockport town centre, presenting civilian life during the Second World War through guided visits.
Large riverside country park with woodlands, wetlands and easy trails, popular for walking, birdwatching and family outings near central Bredbury.
Long-distance waterside route through Bredbury, ideal for level walks and cycling beside locks, bridges and industrial-era canal scenery.
Broad pedestrian-friendly shopping street lined with historic buildings, markets and civic architecture in nearby Stockport town centre.
A hearty Stockport and Greater Manchester staple of black pudding, bacon, egg, sausage and toast; a classic local café breakfast.
Battered Atlantic cod with chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and curry sauce; a long-standing North West takeaway favourite.
A savoury pie filled with steak and kidney in rich gravy, widely eaten in Greater Manchester pubs and bakeries.
Reliable neighbourhood Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed casual setting.
Popular casual spot for classic fish and chips, offering familiar takeaway favourites for a quick local meal.
Well-liked local pub restaurant serving grills, burgers and British mains in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Accommodation is often lower than central Manchester, while dining and local rail or bus costs are typical for north-west England.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Bredbury Station -> Manchester Piccadilly
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bredbury 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 Bredbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Bredbury trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bredbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bredbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Bredbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bredbury.
Ticket office support is available at Bredbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bredbury: Parking.
Available at Bredbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bredbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category c station To Manchester : Up a stepped ramp (17 paces, 1:6 slope) from the car park or up 22 steps into the ticket hall, either through the ticket hall (turnstile) onto the Sheffield platform. Or when closed, through a 4ft wide gate to the right onto the New Mills platform. Turn right and walk 30 paces to the footbridge, up 24 steps, across the railway line (11 paces), down 24 steps onto the Manchester platform. To Sheffield : Up a stepped ramp (17 paces, 1:6 slope) from the car park or up 22 steps into the ticket hall, either through the ticket hall (turnstile) onto the platform. Or when closed, through a 4ft wide gate to the right 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.
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