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Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly by train

First train

05:02

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Shirebrook

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

From 2h 22m

Distance

46 miles (75 km)

Frequency

21 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly in 2 hours 22 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 37 minutes to travel the 46 miles (75 km) from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester Piccadilly by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly take?

The average journey time by train between Shirebrook and Manchester Piccadilly is 5 hours and 37 minutes, with around 21 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Shirebrook and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly is 2 hours and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly?

No, there are no direct train services from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly. Travelling from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly leave?

The first train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 05:02. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly leave?

The last train from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly leaves at 23:00. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Shirebrook and Manchester Piccadilly by train?

Trains travelling from Shirebrook to Manchester Piccadilly cover a distance of around 46 miles (75 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Shirebrook.

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