Trying to got to spoonfest. Trains in the UK?

[Two Socks]

I am currently trying (against the odds) trying to see if I can get myself to this years spoonfest in Edale. I wondered how the trains in the UK work. Do I need to prebook, or can I just show up at a station (manchester airport?) and get a trainticket (to edale) there and then? Any help is kindly appreciated

 

[weekender]

Try the Trainline.com you can book your tickets I'm not sure how far in advance though


Sent from somewhere?

 

[redandshane]

You will save money by booking online in advance. As previously mentioned The Trainline is reliable If you have booked the ticket for a certain train you have to get that train or you will be charged more if you are on the wrong train.
NB Get an open return that way your journey home is less restricted and stress free

 

[Nalsheen]

The trains from Manchester to Edale are pretty frequent. You should be able to go to a station and buy your ticket on the day without any problems.

 

[Two Socks]

thanks for the info guys! Very appreciated.

 

[Imagedude]

Takes about 1.5 hours with a change of train at Manchester Piccadilly. Cost is about £15 each way.