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Museum of Cannock Chase Mining
Working museum at a former colliery with underground mining tours, heritage buildings and displays on local industrial life.
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Hednesford
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Take a train from Manchester to Hednesford and enjoy the approximately 87 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:41.
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 87 km |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 22:41 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Hednesford trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Hednesford.
The train distance from Manchester to Hednesford is 87 km.
The first train from Manchester to Hednesford leaves at 6:02.
The last train from Manchester to Hednesford departs at 22:41.
Complete guide to Hednesford
Things to do in Hednesford
Discover the best of Hednesford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hednesford trip today.
Museum of Cannock Chase
Local history museum covering Cannock Chase heritage, archaeology and wartime stories through compact, accessible displays.
Shugborough Estate
Gallery and museum space within a country house, showing art, historic interiors and collection displays close to Cannock Chase.
- Must visit
Cannock Chase
Large open heath and woodland landscape popular for walking, cycling, wildlife spotting and wide views across Staffordshire.
- Recommended
Hednesford Hills Nature Reserve
Visitor area and nature reserve with waymarked trails, birdlife, hides and easy access to one of Hednesford's best outdoor walks.
Kingswood Lake
Scenic reservoir area with waterside paths, woodland and sailing views, suited to gentle walks and relaxing time outdoors.
- Vegetarian
Staffordshire Oatcake
A soft Staffordshire oat pancake, traditionally filled with bacon, cheese or savoury toppings. It is a classic Potteries and wider county breakfast staple.
Steak and Onion Pie
A savoury pie of beef and onions in shortcrust pastry, long associated with the Black Country and nearby Staffordshire pubs and bakeries.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef in ale gravy under a pastry lid. It is a familiar traditional pub dish across the West Midlands and Staffordshire.
Angel Fish Bar
Popular local chippy for classic fish and chips, kebabs and takeaway favourites in an informal setting.
Essence of India
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed setting popular with local diners.
Hednesford Kebab House
Casual Turkish grill serving kebabs, grilled meats and meze in a modern, family-friendly atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Pub meals, chain hotels and local buses are fairly priced, though rail fares and higher-end dining can raise daily costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
WMR: Train Tickets & Times
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- >=£7.00
To the city centre
Hednesford Railway Station -> Hednesford Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Most local bus operators in Staffordshire take contactless payment on board, but exact fare products vary by operator.
- Buy rail tickets before boarding where possible; Hednesford station has ticket machines and is managed by West Midlands Railway.
Plan your visit to Hednesford
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Hednesford.
The train journey from Manchester to Hednesford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Staffordshire countryside and glimpses of charming towns along the way.
FAQs: Manchester to Hednesford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hednesford 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 Hednesford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Manchester to Hednesford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Manchester to Hednesford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Hednesford
Most Manchester to Hednesford trains use the Manchester Airport to Hednesford station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hednesford 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 Hednesford
Which Manchester station do trains to Hednesford leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Hednesford 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 · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £1 · 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.
Which Hednesford station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Hednesford arrive at Hednesford. Hednesford is from Hednesford city centre.
HednesfordHednesford station, Market Street, Hednesford, Staffordshire, WS12 1AZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Hednesford from Hednesford city centre
Bus25, 62, 63 · 1m · every ~13 min
Hednesford train station facilities and services
Hednesford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hednesford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hednesford: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hednesford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Manchester to Hednesford
Check train stations information for Manchester and Hednesford, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Hednesford is Manchester Airport, and it arrives at Hednesford.
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