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Dronfield Hall Barn Museum
Volunteer-run local history museum covering Dronfield's industrial, social and community past through compact displays.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Dronfield
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Oct
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£31
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£31
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
1 h 33 m
Trains on 09 Oct
1
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dronfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dronfield will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 1 trains from Manchester to Dronfield, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
10:431h33Manchester12:16Dronfield£311One-way0 changes
- 10:431h33Manchester12:16Dronfield£311One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Dronfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Manchester to Dronfield and enjoy the approximately 54 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:23.
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 54 km |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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: east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Dronfield trainseast_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Dronfield. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£17
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£32
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Dronfield
Things to do in Dronfield
Discover the best of Dronfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dronfield trip today.
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Weston Park Museum
Nearby Sheffield museum and gallery with natural history, archaeology and art collections in a grand civic building.
- Recommended
Kelham Island Museum
Large interactive museum in nearby Sheffield exploring steelmaking and local industry with hands-on family displays.
- Recommended
Dronfield Hall Barn
Restored medieval barn and surrounding green space hosting events, exhibitions and a pleasant stop in the town centre.
- Recommended
Linacre Reservoirs
Woodland and reservoir area on the edge of town with walking trails, wildlife and broad views across the valley.
- Recommended
Rother Valley Country Park
Large country park nearby with lakeside paths, birdlife and accessible routes, ideal for gentle outdoor time.
Derbyshire Oatcake
A Derbyshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake, traditionally filled with bacon, cheese or sausage. It is a staple across nearby North Derbyshire and the Peak fringe.
- Vegetarian
Bakewell Pudding
Bakewell pudding is a local Derbyshire tart with flaky pastry, jam and an almond-egg filling. It is strongly associated with nearby Bakewell and the wider county.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese long linked with Derbyshire production. It is rich, crumbly and commonly served with biscuits, bread or port.
Ghurka Square
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed setting in Dronfield.
The Miners Arms
Traditional pub on the edge of the Peak District serving cask ales, hearty British meals and Sunday roasts in a cosy setting.
Casa Italia
Well-liked local Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and classic mains in a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining cost less than in major cities, while local buses and nearby rail links are fairly priced for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Dronfield Station -> Sheffield Station, Sheffield
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on board Stagecoach buses throughout South Yorkshire for tickets under £30.
- Dronfield station is unstaffed but has ticket machines and step-free access to all platforms via ramps or streets.
FAQs: Manchester to Dronfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Dronfield 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 Dronfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Manchester to Dronfield is 54 km.
The first train from Manchester to Dronfield leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Manchester to Dronfield departs at 22:23.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Dronfield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Dronfield. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Dronfield.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Dronfield is Manchester Airport (MIA), and it arrives at Dronfield station (DRO).
Booking trains from Manchester to Dronfield 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 Dronfield offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque Peak District, featuring rolling hills and charming countryside landscapes.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Dronfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Dronfield
Most Manchester to Dronfield trains use the Manchester Airport to Dronfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dronfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Dronfield
Which Manchester station do trains to Dronfield leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Dronfield leave from Manchester Airport. The station is 13 km from Manchester city centre at Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Dronfield station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Dronfield arrive at Dronfield. Dronfield is from Dronfield city centre.
DronfieldDronfield station, Dronfield, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2WZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Dronfield from Dronfield city centre
Onward travel informationThere is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off at service bus stops on both sides of the main road at the front of the station (Chesterfield Road B6057). Turning circle is for local buses only.
Dronfield train station facilities and services
Dronfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dronfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dronfield: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dronfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dronfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via road and down ramp, 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: Yes.
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