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Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $3.87, with average prices for this route around $3.87. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:26 Manchester Piccadilly | 05:52 Sandbach | 5h 26m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:23 Manchester Piccadilly | 06:15 Sandbach | 52m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:06 Manchester Piccadilly | 06:54 Sandbach | 48m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:36 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:32 Sandbach | 56m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:42 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:32 Sandbach | 50m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:06 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:52 Paris | 46m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach Train Route Details

First train
00:26

Last train
23:36

Journey time
44m

Distance
24 miles

Price
$3.87*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach

Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Manchester Piccadilly to Sandbach Train Ticket Types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.