The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF)
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Alfreton station (ALF) on Fri, Feb 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 13 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Fri, Feb 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 67 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:17 AM Manchester Airport | 1h50 | 11:07 AM Alfreton station (ALF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:17, the last at 11:17. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 08:17 |
Last train 11:17 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Alfreton station (ALF) from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
Northern Rail (3)
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alfreton station (ALF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Alfreton station (ALF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00 Saturday 06:45 - 18:00 Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. Step free access to the ticket office and northbound (towards Sheffield) platform only. No wheelchair access to southbound platform, please call 03457 125 678 pressing option 3 to make arrangements. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: None
- Accessible taxis: Royal Cabs 0115 608608
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are shelters and accessible seating on the platforms. Inside waiting area also located in the booking office.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop in the station forecourt.
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