The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to New Mills
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
34 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to New Mills is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to New Mills will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Manchester to New Mills, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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.
16:510h37Manchester17:28New Mills£31One-way0 changes
17:210h34Manchester17:55New Mills£31One-way0 changes
17:210h34Manchester17:55New Mills£31One-way0 changes
16:510h37Manchester17:28New Mills£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to New Mills
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to New Mills among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to New Mills take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 17m.
The journey is about 17m faster (32m by train vs 49m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£2 vs £5). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Manchester to New Mills by train or coach
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Why should you book Manchester to New Mills trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to New Mills.
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to New Mills.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to New Mills
Trains from Manchester to New Mills run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 36m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to New Mills trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and New Mills from £2. 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 to New Mills train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to New Mills 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 New Mills, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and New Mills
Most Manchester to New Mills trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central station pair, with some services arriving at New Mills Newtown. Use this guide to compare Manchester and New Mills train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to New Mills leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Ashburys from Manchester city centre
Ashburys is 3 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Ashburys train station facilities and services
Ashburys has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashburys: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashburys: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashburys: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which New Mills station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to New Mills Central from New Mills city centre
New Mills Central train station facilities and services
New Mills Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at New Mills Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New Mills Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New Mills Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at New Mills Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Mills Central: 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 - The approach to the station is down a steeply sloping path, then down a short ramp onto the Manchester platform. Access to the Sheffield platform is by a short path from station approach road then down 17 steps. Access between platforms by stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to New Mills Newtown from New Mills city centre
New Mills Newtown train station facilities and services
New Mills Newtown has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at New Mills Newtown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New Mills Newtown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New Mills Newtown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at New Mills Newtown: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Mills Newtown: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access from car park to ticket office and via side gate to Buxton platform. Step-free access to Manchester platform via 30 metre sloping tarmac path from Albion Road overbridge. Access between the platforms is step-free via the road overbridge or by stepped footbridge (25 steps up and 25 down), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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