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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Mills to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Mills to Manchester will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from New Mills to Manchester, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
P24609
C02181
P24627
P24623
C02185
P24609
P24768
C02185
P24627
P24623The table below shows live departures for New Mills to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24609 | 6:04 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h27 | 6:31 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02181 | 6:34 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h34 | 7:08 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02185 | 7:03 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h31 | 7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24623 | 7:34 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h33 | 8:07 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24627 | 7:46 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h32 | 8:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24768 | 8:03 New Mills Central (NMC) | 0h29 | 8:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from New Mills to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 27m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Manchester Piccadilly -> Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Mills to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New Mills to Manchester trains use the New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare New Mills and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
New Mills Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at New Mills Central.
Ticket office support is available at New Mills Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Mills Central: Parking, WC.
Available at New Mills Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Mills Central: 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 - The approach to the station is down a steeply sloping path, then down a short ramp onto the Manchester platform. Access to the Sheffield platform is by a short path from station approach road then down 17 steps. Access between platforms by stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
New Mills Newtown has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at New Mills Newtown.
Ticket office support is available at New Mills Newtown.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Mills Newtown: Parking.
Available at New Mills Newtown: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Mills Newtown: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access from car park to ticket office and via side gate to Buxton platform. Step-free access to Manchester platform via 30 metre sloping tarmac path from Albion Road overbridge. Access between the platforms is step-free via the road overbridge or by stepped footbridge (25 steps up and 25 down), 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.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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