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Trip Summary
There are usually 10 daily train trips available from Manchester to Alfreton. Traveling by train from Manchester to Alfreton usually takes one hour and 26 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Railway train can make the trip in one hour and 21 minutes.
Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 21m |
Lowest price | $18.57 |
Trains per day | 20 |
Most frequent service | East Midlands Railway |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Alfreton?
East Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Manchester to Alfreton. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
East Midlands Railway | 10 | 1h 26m | $33.21 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Manchester to Alfreton start from $19, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 East Midlands Railway schedules to Alfreton. East Midlands Railway in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly Station and one other station. And in Alfreton trains arrive at Mansfield Road .
From Manchester to Alfreton train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alfreton faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 21 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Manchester to Alfreton on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 7:00am 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 10 scheduled trains on most days. 20 of these are direct connections to Alfreton. 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 Alfreton to Manchester.
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 Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Piccadilly Station
There are two stations in Manchester where you can board the train to Alfreton.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Piccadilly Station
Manchester Oxford Rd Station
Where is the train station in Alfreton?
Main arrival station: Mansfield Road
Alfreton has one train station.
All train stations in Alfreton:
Mansfield Road
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