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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prestbury to Manchester among Omio's users.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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$7 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
52m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The table below shows live departures for Prestbury to Manchester trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:21 AM Prestbury | 0h29 | 10:50 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Prestbury | 0h46 | 11:59 AM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:21 AM Prestbury | 0h29 | 11:50 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:13 PM Prestbury | 0h46 | 12:59 PM Manchester | 1 transfer | |
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Take a train from Prestbury to Manchester and enjoy the approximately 14 miles (23 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:16.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:16 PM |
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Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Most Prestbury to Manchester trains use the Prestbury to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Prestbury and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Prestbury is 1 km from Prestbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Prestbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Prestbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Prestbury: Parking.
Available at Prestbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prestbury: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Manchester Platform: Step free access from car park through gate onto platform or by steps from station entrance. Macclesfield platform: Reached only by footbridge from Manchester platform with 31 steps up across bridge and down 33 steps. Rest landings and handrails on both sides, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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.
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