Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • Transpennine ExpressW84680
    12:021h03
    Meadowhall (MHS)
    13:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84686
    13:021h03
    Meadowhall (MHS)
    14:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84661
    9:031h02
    Meadowhall (MHS)
    10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84667
    10:031h02
    Meadowhall (MHS)
    11:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84646
    6:001h05
    Meadowhall (MHS)
    7:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £181One-way
    0 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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Coach
Driving

£23

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 39m

Average total duration

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a coach with an average price of £12.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Meadowhall (MHS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW846466:00 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h05
7:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846516:54 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h11
8:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24422+East Midlands RailwayC044397:12 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h23
8:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846567:57 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h08
9:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89402+East Midlands RailwayC044448:29 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h06
9:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846619:03 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h02
10:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89404+East Midlands RailwayC218049:28 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h07
10:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8466710:03 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h02
11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89407+East Midlands RailwayC2181210:26 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h09
11:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8467311:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
12:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89409+East Midlands RailwayC2159011:28 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h07
12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8468012:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89411+East Midlands RailwayC2181112:27 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h08
13:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8468613:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
14:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89414+East Midlands RailwayC2159113:28 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h07
14:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8469214:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28849+East Midlands RailwayC2181014:27 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h08
15:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8469715:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
16:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89421+East Midlands RailwayC2159315:27 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h08
16:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8470216:02 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h03
17:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89425+East Midlands RailwayC2180916:28 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h07
17:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailP24568 · P2831123:06 Meadowhall (MHS)
1h31
0:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change

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Why should you book Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but 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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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?

  • 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).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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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.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
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
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

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.

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 Transpennine Express Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£8
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

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£13
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

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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£12
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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 55 km.
The first train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 21:03.
Trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Meadowhall (MHS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express.
To get from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The cheapest way to get from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Meadowhall to Manchester Piccadilly offers varied scenery, including urban landscapes, rolling countryside, and glimpses of the Peak District, making it a visually appealing route.
Yes, a day trip from Meadowhall to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible as the journey takes 57m, covering a distance of 55 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Meadowhall (MHS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

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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.

Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Manchester
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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.

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