The cheapest and fastest trains from Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mossley station (MSL) 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 Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mossley station (MSL) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 17:18. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 20m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 17:18 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Mossley station (MSL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Mossley station (MSL) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mossley station (MSL) 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 Mossley station (MSL) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 14:20 Saturday 07:45 - 15:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Services Towards Manchester : Level access from the car park via a short ramp (1:10 slope) onto the platform. Or, two steps into ticket hall, down 20 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Huddersfield two steps into the ticket hall, across a footbridge (21 paces) and down 21 steps onto the platform. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height on platform 2 causing a high step onto the train.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: On either side of the junction for buses to Ashton, Uppermill or Oldham. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station front.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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