The cheapest and fastest trains from Sandbach to Birchwood
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sandbach to Birchwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sandbach to Birchwood will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sandbach for Birchwood every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.


Live departures
Sandbach to Birchwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Sandbach to Birchwood trains for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:53 Sandbach | 1h36 | 11:29 Birchwood | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 17 February | |||||
![]() | 04:52 Sandbach | 1h37 | 06:29 Birchwood | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sandbach to Birchwood
Take a train from Sandbach to Birchwood and enjoy the approximately 32 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 22:49.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 22:49 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Sandbach to Birchwood trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Sandbach and Birchwood. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sandbach to Birchwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandbach to Birchwood 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 Birchwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sandbach and Birchwood
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:25 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, stepped footbridge to Manchester platform. Contact Customer Relations for advice about alternative accessible transport or the nearest fully step-free 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
- 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: Buses to Middlewich, Winsford and Sandbach town centre (1 mile) from London Road junction with Station Road (100 yards). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of station
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 08:10 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- 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 to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train.
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bike shed by bus stop, platform 1 by footbridge, platform 2 by footbridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services call outside the station entrance.
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