The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Kidsgrove
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Kidsgrove is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Kidsgrove will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Kidsgrove on Tue, Dec 30, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.






Manchester - KidsgroveCompare Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry



Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Kidsgrove
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Kidsgrove among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Kidsgrove train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Kidsgrove trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 AM Manchester | 0h46 | 5:29 AM Kidsgrove | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 AM Manchester | 2h11 | 6:56 AM Kidsgrove | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Manchester | 1h11 | 9:31 AM Kidsgrove | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester to Kidsgrove trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry offer trains services from Manchester to Kidsgrove. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Kidsgrove.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Kidsgrove.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Kidsgrove.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester to Kidsgrove.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Kidsgrove.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Kidsgrove
Trains from Manchester to Kidsgrove run on average 2 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Manchester to Kidsgrove trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester and Kidsgrove from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
CrossCountry
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Kidsgrove
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Kidsgrove 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 Kidsgrove, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Kidsgrove
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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 - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:30 Saturday 06:10 - 12:30 Sunday Closed None
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Level to Manchester to Stoke on Trent bound platform only. Access to all other platforms via footbridge only. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located inside the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located inside the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering, the bus / coach will collect from the entrance of the station car park.
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