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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Sandy
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
199 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Sandy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Sandy will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Sandy on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.
04:51AM4h04
Manchester08:55AMSandy
$691One-way
0 transfers
04:05AM4h00
Manchester08:05AMSandy
$791One-way
0 transfers
04:05AM4h00
Manchester08:05AMSandy
$791One-way
0 transfers
04:51AM4h04
Manchester08:55AMSandy
$691One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Manchester to Sandy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Sandy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€59 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Sandy train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Sandy trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:40 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:05 AM Manchester | 4h00 | 8:05 AM Sandy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:51 AM Manchester | 4h04 | 8:55 AM Sandy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Sandy
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $50 (€41)
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 00:53 |
Last train 22:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester to Sandy start from as low as $72 (€59) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $72 (€59) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $50 (€41)
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Sandy trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester and Sandy from $50 (€41). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Sandy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Sandy 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 Sandy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For most visitors, spending 2 to 3 days in Sandy is ideal to explore its main attractions and enjoy outdoor activities in the surrounding areas.
The train from Manchester to Sandy takes 3h 42m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from Manchester to Sandy leaves at 10:00 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester to Sandy.
The distance by train from Manchester to Sandy is 123 miles (199 km).
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Sandy.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Sandy is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), which connects to Sandy station (SDY).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Sandy.
A day trip from Manchester to Sandy is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 42m. The distance is 123 miles (199 km), with a frequency of 6 trains per day.
The train journey from Manchester to Sandy offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, small towns, and landscapes typical of the British Midlands and East of England regions.
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Sandy can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $72 (€59), while the average price is around $72 (€59).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sandy is by bus, with a cost of around $50 (€41).
The first train from Manchester to Sandy leaves at 12:53 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Sandy.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Sandy
Manchester
Sandy
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Sandy.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- 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)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 13:50 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Sanskruti
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester : From Mauldeth Road, up a ramp (87 paces, 1:20 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Manchester Airport: From Mauldeth Road, along the road leading to the DIY centre, via a slope (46 paces) or up 7steps onto the 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Mauldeth Road
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Mauldeth Road for buses to Stockport, East Didsbury or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses from Manchester Airport will call at the stop on Mauldeth Road in front of the primary school playing fields Buses from Manchester Piccadilly will stop on Mauldeth Road opposite the station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Sandy is Sandy. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sandy for your journey to Sandy from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:25 Saturday 06:45 - 13:10 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to platform 2 (to Peterborough) via main entrance. Long ramp (approx 400m) from separate entrance to platform 1 (to London). Access between platforms via street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on platforms 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Front right hand side
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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