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Redfern's Cottage Museum of Uttoxeter Life
The town’s main museum explores local history, industry, and the Samuel Johnson story in a compact and informative setting.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Uttoxeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Uttoxeter will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Uttoxeter without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Uttoxeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Uttoxeter take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 6m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $28 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Uttoxeter trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:03 PM Manchester | 1h11 | 2:14 PM Uttoxeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:43 AM Manchester | 1h30 | 7:13 AM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Manchester | 1h10 | 8:13 AM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Manchester | 1h10 | 9:13 AM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Manchester | 1h10 | 10:13 AM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:03 AM Manchester | 1h10 | 11:13 AM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:03 AM Manchester | 1h10 | 12:13 PM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Manchester | 1h10 | 1:13 PM Uttoxeter | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Manchester to Uttoxeter run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Uttoxeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Uttoxeter trip today.
The town’s main museum explores local history, industry, and the Samuel Johnson story in a compact and informative setting.
A heritage museum at nearby Sudbury Hall with interactive childhood displays, making it one of the area’s best-known family visits.
An outstanding pottery museum in nearby Stoke-on-Trent, showcasing ceramic art and design from a world-famous industry.
The traditional heart of Uttoxeter, lined with shops and historic buildings, and the best area to feel the market-town atmosphere.
A useful walking and cycling route following the dismantled railway, offering an easy green corridor through the local landscape.
An accessible riverside and countryside approach near town, attractive for short walks and glimpses of the surrounding valley.
A classic Staffordshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake, often filled with cheese or bacon. It is a proud local staple eaten for breakfast or lunch.
Lobby is a traditional Staffordshire beef and vegetable stew, long valued as hearty working-class comfort food across the county.
Burton Ale is the historic pale ale style from nearby Burton upon Trent. Its mineral-rich brewing water made it famous across Britain.
Popular steakhouse and grill near Uttoxeter Racecourse, known for hearty mains and a smart but relaxed setting.
Established pub restaurant serving British classics, Sunday roasts, and drinks in a traditional, welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known casual venue for burgers, grills, and family meals, convenient for visitors heading to Alton Towers.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while pub meals, coffee, and local transport are fairly typical for a market town.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: not expected, but small change is welcome.
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Uttoxeter Railway Station -> Uttoxeter Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Uttoxeter 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 Uttoxeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Uttoxeter trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Uttoxeter station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Uttoxeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Uttoxeter has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Uttoxeter.
Available at Uttoxeter: Parking.
Available at Uttoxeter: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Uttoxeter: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a ramp with moderate gradient. Platform 2 is reached by crossing the barrow crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks, there is also a ramp with a steep gradient to get up to the platform. 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 public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Dovlin 01889 567055, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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