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Manchester to Dronfield Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Dronfield? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 29.36, with average prices for this route around AED 145.22.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Sat, May 24
  • Sun, May 25
    From AED 29.36
  • Mon, May 26
    From AED 29.36
  • Tue, May 27
    From AED 29.36
  • Wed, May 28
    From AED 29.36
  • Thu, May 29
    From AED 29.36
  • Fri, May 30
    From AED 29.36
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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01:03
Manchester Piccadilly
06:54
Dronfield
5h 51m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNEREast Midlands Railway
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04:22
Manchester Piccadilly
07:12
Dronfield
2h 50m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountryNorthern
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06:13
Manchester Piccadilly
08:21
Dronfield
2h 8m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:43
Manchester Piccadilly
09:16
Dronfield
1h 33m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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08:43
Manchester Piccadilly
10:16
Dronfield
1h 33m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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09:13
Manchester Piccadilly
11:17
Paris
2h 4m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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Manchester to Dronfield Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:03
Last train
Last train
21:58
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Dronfield
Journey time
Journey time
1h 7m
Distance
Distance
55 km
Price
Price
AED 29.36*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Dronfield

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Dronfield. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Dronfield for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 to Dronfield, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Dronfield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 to Dronfield 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:

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