The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hertford to Manchester
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hertford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hertford to Manchester will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Hertford to Manchester you need to make at least one change.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Hertford to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hertford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 237 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £71 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hertford to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hertford to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 01:45 Hertford | 5h50 | 07:35 Manchester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hertford to Manchester
Buses from Hertford to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 237 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 237 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Hertford to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hertford to Manchester by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hertford and Manchester
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Most popular bus connections from Hertford
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