The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Grindleford
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Grindleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Grindleford will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Grindleford on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
12:45 PM1h06Manchester1:51 PMGrindleford$131One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM1h06Manchester1:51 PMGrindleford$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Grindleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Grindleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 20m by car) and roughly $0.45 (€0.37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $13 (€11)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Grindleford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Grindleford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 PM Manchester | 1h06 | 1:51 PM Grindleford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Grindleford by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Grindleford
Trains from Manchester to Grindleford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Grindleford trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Grindleford from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Grindleford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Grindleford 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 Grindleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Grindleford
Most Manchester to Grindleford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Grindleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Grindleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Grindleford leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Levenshulme from Manchester city centre
Levenshulme is 5 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Levenshulme train station facilities and services
Levenshulme has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Levenshulme.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Levenshulme.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Levenshulme: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Levenshulme: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Levenshulme: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, From Albert Road up 20 steps to reach the ticket office, then for services to Manchester up a further 26 steps onto the platform. For Services towards Stockport from ticket office go through the underpass (29 paces) and up 26 steps onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Grindleford station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Grindleford from Grindleford city centre
Grindleford is 1 km from Grindleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Grindleford train station facilities and services
Grindleford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grindleford.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grindleford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Grindleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindleford.
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