The cheapest and fastest trains from Micklefield to Cross Gates
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£2
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
10 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Micklefield to Cross Gates is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Micklefield to Cross Gates will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Micklefield to Cross Gates, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
9:220h10Micklefield9:32Cross Gates£21One-way0 changes
9:220h10Micklefield9:32Cross Gates£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Micklefield to Cross Gates
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Micklefield to Cross Gates among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 8 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Micklefield to Cross Gates:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Micklefield to Cross Gates costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Cross Gates take longer:
Coach takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (10m by train vs 13m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £2 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 Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
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
Micklefield to Cross Gates train times
The table below shows live departures for Micklefield to Cross Gates trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 Micklefield | 0h11 | 6:15 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:38 Micklefield | 0h09 | 6:47 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 Micklefield | 0h11 | 7:15 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:22 Micklefield | 0h19 | 7:41 Cross Gates | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:37 Micklefield | 0h08 | 7:45 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:22 Micklefield | 0h10 | 8:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:34 Micklefield | 0h08 | 8:42 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:05 Micklefield | 0h11 | 9:16 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:22 Micklefield | 0h09 | 9:31 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:05 Micklefield | 0h11 | 10:16 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:22 Micklefield | 0h10 | 10:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Micklefield | 0h10 | 11:15 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:22 Micklefield | 0h09 | 11:31 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:05 Micklefield | 0h11 | 12:16 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:22 Micklefield | 0h10 | 12:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:05 Micklefield | 0h11 | 13:16 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Micklefield to Cross Gates
Trains from Micklefield to Cross Gates run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 8m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Micklefield to Cross Gates trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Micklefield and Cross Gates from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Micklefield to Cross Gates train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Micklefield to Cross Gates 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 Cross Gates, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Micklefield and Cross Gates
Most Micklefield to Cross Gates trains use the Micklefield to Cross Gates station pair. Use this guide to compare Micklefield and Cross Gates train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Micklefield station do trains to Cross Gates leave from?
Getting to Micklefield from Micklefield city centre
Micklefield is 1 km from Micklefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Micklefield train station facilities and services
Micklefield 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 Micklefield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Micklefield: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Micklefield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Micklefield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to both platforms via ramps, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cross Gates station do trains from Micklefield arrive at?
Getting to Cross Gates from Cross Gates city centre
Cross Gates train station facilities and services
Cross Gates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cross Gates.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cross Gates.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cross Gates: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Cross Gates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cross Gates: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to platforms 1 and 2 is by ramps. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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