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Anson Engine Museum
Working museum of stationary engines and mechanical heritage. Regular steaming days and demonstrations make it a rewarding local visit.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Poynton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Poynton 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 1 trains from Manchester to Poynton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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 Poynton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 20m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Poynton 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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![]() | 11:00 Manchester | 0h50 | 11:50 Poynton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:49 Manchester | 1h01 | 17:50 Poynton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Working museum of stationary engines and mechanical heritage. Regular steaming days and demonstrations make it a rewarding local visit.
Local history museum in nearby Stockport with galleries on the town’s past, industry and social history in a restored historic building.
Museum in Lyme Park’s house presenting the estate’s history, interiors and collections. A good cultural visit close to Poynton.
Large local park with lakes, woodland paths and open lawns. It is ideal for gentle walks, family time and glimpses of Poynton’s estate history.
Popular walking and cycling route along a former railway. The trail links Poynton with countryside, canal scenes and heritage structures.
Traffic-calmed shared-space village centre that reshaped the high street. Worth seeing for shops, people-watching and modern town design.
A hearty Cheshire stew of beef, onions, root vegetables and stock, long associated with the county’s farming tradition and pub cooking.
Crumbly, mild white Cheshire cheese from the historic county, prized locally in ploughman’s lunches, sandwiches and cheeseboards.
A classic Cheshire apple dessert with sliced apples, sugar and a buttery pastry lid, reflecting the county’s orchard heritage.
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known local pub and restaurant serving British comfort food, Sunday roasts and drinks in a traditional atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant and bar in the village centre, serving modern British and European dishes with cocktails and wine.
Poynton is moderate for UK travellers, with dining and cafés priced similarly to nearby Cheshire towns. Accommodation and local transport usually cost less than central Manchester.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually just get spare change.
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Poynton railway station -> Manchester Piccadilly
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Poynton 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 Poynton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Poynton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Poynton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Poynton 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Poynton is 1 km from Poynton city centre. Public transport options include:
Poynton 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 Poynton.
Ticket office support is available at Poynton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poynton: Parking.
Available at Poynton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poynton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Macclesfield Platform: Level access from station front through ticket office or side gate straight onto platform. Manchester Platform: Level access from car park through gate straight onto platform. Access between platforms via footbridge up 31 steps across bridge and down 30 steps with rest landings and handrails both sides, or via Chester Road overbridge . Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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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