The cheapest and fastest trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
1 h 3 m
Trains on 16 Sept
22
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 22 trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
W8468012:021h03Meadowhall (MHS)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
W8468613:021h03Meadowhall (MHS)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
W846619:031h02Meadowhall (MHS)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W8466710:031h02Meadowhall (MHS)11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W846466:001h05Meadowhall (MHS)7:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W846619:031h02Meadowhall (MHS)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W8466710:031h02Meadowhall (MHS)11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W8468012:021h03Meadowhall (MHS)13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
W8469214:021h03Meadowhall (MHS)15:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£181One-way0 changes
W8468613:021h03Meadowhall (MHS)14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 9m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 3m by train vs 1h 15m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84646 | 6:00 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h05 | 7:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84651 | 6:54 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h11 | 8:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24422+ C04439 | 7:12 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h23 | 8:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84656 | 7:57 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h08 | 9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89402+ C04444 | 8:29 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h06 | 9:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84661 | 9:03 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h02 | 10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89404+ C21804 | 9:28 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h07 | 10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84667 | 10:03 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h02 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89407+ C21812 | 10:26 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h09 | 11:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84673 | 11:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89409+ C21590 | 11:28 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h07 | 12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84680 | 12:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89411+ C21811 | 12:27 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h08 | 13:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84686 | 13:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89414+ C21591 | 13:28 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h07 | 14:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84692 | 14:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P28849+ C21810 | 14:27 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h08 | 15:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84697 | 15:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89421+ C21593 | 15:27 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h08 | 16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
W84702 | 16:02 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h03 | 17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89425+ C21809 | 16:28 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h07 | 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
P24568 · P28311 | 23:06 Meadowhall (MHS) | 1h31 | 0:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 57m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Meadowhall (MHS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Meadowhall (MHS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Meadowhall (MHS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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.
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