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Trip Summary
You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Alfreton and Manchester. The average train journey from Alfreton to Manchester takes one hour and 28 minutes, but some East Midlands Railway train trips are as short as one hour and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 23m |
| Lowest price | $16.50 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alfreton to Manchester?
East Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Alfreton to Manchester. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 12 | 1h 29m | $27.21 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Alfreton to Manchester start from $17, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 East Midlands Railway schedules to Manchester. East Midlands Railway in Alfreton leaves from Mansfield Road . And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Piccadilly Station and one other train station.
From Alfreton to Manchester train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Alfreton to Manchester tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Alfreton at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Manchester. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Alfreton.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alfreton?
Main departure station: Mansfield Road
There is one train station in Alfreton.
All train stations in Alfreton:
Mansfield Road
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Manchester Oxford Rd Station
Manchester receives travelers from Alfreton at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Oxford Rd Station
Manchester Piccadilly Station
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