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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Sheffield
Showing times and prices for 20 Aug
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
52 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Sheffield will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
Of the 42 trains that leave Manchester for Sheffield every day 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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.
W8463223:200h57Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0:17Sheffield station (SHF)£61One-way0 changes- W8474022:130h57Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)23:10Sheffield station (SHF)£61One-way0 changes
- W8473721:130h57Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)22:10Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
P2830115:481h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:06Sheffield station (SHF)£101One-way0 changes
C2158422:301h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)23:36Sheffield station (SHF)£101One-way0 changes
- C043509:430h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:32Sheffield station (SHF)£141One-way0 changes
- C0436313:430h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:32Sheffield station (SHF)£141One-way0 changes
- C0436514:430h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:32Sheffield station (SHF)£161One-way0 changes
- C043478:430h50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:33Sheffield station (SHF)£131One-way0 changes
- C0435410:430h50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:33Sheffield station (SHF)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 52 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Sheffield trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84689 | On time 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 14:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04363 | On time 13:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h49 | 14:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28284 | On time 13:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 15:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84695 | On time 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 15:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04365 | On time 14:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h49 | 15:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28293 | On time 14:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 16:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84700 | On time 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h55 | 16:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04368 | On time 15:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 16:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28301 | On time 15:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h18 | 17:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84705 | On time 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 17:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04372 | On time 16:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 17:40 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24766 | On time 16:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 18:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84712 | On time 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 18:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21806 | On time 17:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 18:40 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24777 | On time 17:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 19:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84719 | On time 18:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 19:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21581 | On time 18:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h51 | 19:34 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24789 | On time 18:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h18 | 20:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84725 | On time 19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 20:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04380 | On time 19:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 20:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24802 | On time 19:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 21:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84730 | On time 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h55 | 21:08 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04382 | On time 20:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 21:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28253 | On time 20:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h18 | 22:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84737 | On time 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 22:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04392 | On time 21:41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 22:31 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28266 | On time 21:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h18 | 23:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84740 | On time 22:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 23:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21584 | On time 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h06 | 23:36 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84632 | On time 23:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 0:17 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84648 | 6:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h55 | 7:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24763 | 6:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h26 | 8:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84653 | 7:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 8:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04344 | 7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h51 | 8:34 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24774 | 7:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 9:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84658 | 8:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 9:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04347 | 8:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 9:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24786 | 8:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h16 | 10:04 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84665 | 9:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 10:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04350 | 9:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h49 | 10:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24799 | 9:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 11:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84670 | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 11:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04354 | 10:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 11:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28250 | 10:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 12:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84677 | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 12:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04357 | 11:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 12:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28263 | 11:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 13:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84683 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h56 | 13:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04359 | 12:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 13:33 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P28276 | 12:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h17 | 14:05 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Manchester to Sheffield?
The best time to book your train from Manchester to Sheffield is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Manchester to Sheffield route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Manchester to Sheffield per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Manchester to Sheffield.
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Sheffield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Sheffield run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 49m.
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 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Sheffield trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Sheffield from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£17
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
7 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day
Complete guide to Sheffield
Things to do in Sheffield
Discover the best of Sheffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sheffield trip today.
- Must visit
Millennium Gallery
City-centre gallery with changing art, design and metalwork displays, plus the Ruskin Collection and exhibitions linked to Sheffield craft.
- Must visit
Kelham Island Museum
Industrial museum on the River Don where historic working machinery demonstrates Sheffield's steel and engineering heritage.
- Must visit
Winter Garden
Large glasshouse filled with plants from around the world, linking the city centre to cultural venues and offering a bright all-weather stop.
- Must visit
Kelham Island
Regenerated inner-city district known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively mix of old industrial buildings.
- Must visit
Peace Gardens
Formal city-centre square with fountains, seasonal events and major civic buildings, ideal for a short stroll and people-watching.
Sheffield Pikelet Pudding
A hearty suet pudding from the Sheffield area, traditionally filled with lamb and onions. It is a classic South Yorkshire comfort dish with strong local roots.
- Vegetarian
Pikelets
A soft, thick griddle bread long associated with South Yorkshire. Locals eat it toasted with butter or fillings, and it is a familiar regional tea-time staple.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Tea Loaf
A rich fruit loaf from nearby South Yorkshire and the Peak fringe, packed with currants and peel. It is traditionally served sliced with butter.
Jöro
A relaxed city-centre restaurant known for British cooking with seasonal ingredients, plus a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar
A long-established Sheffield favourite for rustic Italian dishes, handmade pasta and a lively, friendly dining room.
The Fat Cat
A popular Kelham Island pub and dining venue serving local beer and hearty British food in a historic industrial setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday costs are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service unless a service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sheffield Station -> Sheaf Square, Sheffield
- Distance
- 0.2 km
- Travel time
- 3 min
- Sheffield Station opens directly onto Sheaf Square, which is part of the city centre and the start of the signed Gold Route.
- For buses, trams and local rail across South Yorkshire, check TravelMaster products before travelling if you need multi-operator travel.
Trains From Manchester To Sheffield: Journey Overview
With trains from Manchester to Sheffield operating on a regular basis, the first train of the day departs from Manchester Piccadilly at 5:46 a.m. and the last train departs at just before midnight. At peak times, the train departs up to 4 times per hour. The journey from Manchester to Sheffield takes a little under 1 hour, approximately 50 minutes and the route is served by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express and East Midlands Trains.
Manchester Piccadilly Station to Sheffield Train Station
Manchester Piccadilly Train Station: Located in the heart of the city, Piccadilly Station is less than a 2-minute walk from the bus station.
Sheffield Train Station: Sheffield Train Station is located in the city centre. There are regular buses and taxis to the station for those who choose not to walk.
FAQs: Manchester to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Sheffield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Manchester to Sheffield covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Sheffield is 52 km.
The first train from Manchester to Sheffield leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Manchester to Sheffield departs at 23:58.
Trains from Manchester to Sheffield run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Sheffield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Sheffield. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester to Sheffield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Sheffield.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Sheffield is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Sheffield station (SHF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sheffield is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Manchester to Sheffield 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 Sheffield offers scenic views of the Peak District, featuring rolling hills, picturesque landscapes, and charming villages, particularly as it passes through the Hope Valley.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester to Sheffield is feasible as the journey takes 49m, covers a distance of 52 km, and trains run 10 times per day.
In Sheffield, you can explore the stunning landscapes of the Peak District National Park, visit the Sheffield Winter Garden with its wide range of exotic plants, and enjoy art at the Graves Gallery. Walk the scenic Rivelin Valley Nature Trail, or catch a performance at the Crucible Theatre. Discover the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and learn about steelmaking at the Kelham Island Museum. Art and design enthusiasts can visit the Millennium Gallery, while those interested in history can explore Sheffield Cathedral and the Weston Park Museum.
Sheffield can be explored comfortably in 2 to 3 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Peak District, Kelham Island Museum, and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Sheffield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Sheffield
Most Manchester to Sheffield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Sheffield 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 Sheffield
Which Manchester station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Sheffield leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
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.
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 · £0.90 · 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 Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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 - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Sheffield most often arrive at Sheffield. Some services arrive at Meadowhall, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sheffield arrival station.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
WoodhouseWoodhouse station, Station Road, Woodhouse, South Yorkshire, S13 7RF
City-centre transport
Getting to Woodhouse from Sheffield city centre
Woodhouse is 7 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Lincoln Central, Sheffield - Retford, Sheffield - Worksop, Huddersfield - Lincoln Central, Lockwood - Lincoln Central · 10m · £3 · every ~2 min
Bus216, X5 · 21m · every ~7 min
52A · 31m · £4 · every ~11 min
52 · 34m · £4 · every ~13 min
Woodhouse train station facilities and services
Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodhouse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodhouse: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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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