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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hayes to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 30 Dec
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£169
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
251 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hayes to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hayes to Manchester will cost around £169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Hayes for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
09:323h12
Hayes12:44Manchester
£941One-way
0 changes
04:274h13
Hayes08:40Manchester
£1411One-way
0 changes
03:293h56
Hayes07:25Manchester
£1851One-way
0 changes
13:353h09
Hayes16:44Manchester
£1871One-way
0 changes
07:123h07
Hayes10:19Manchester
£2401One-way
0 changes
07:123h07
Hayes10:19Manchester
£2401One-way
0 changes
13:353h09
Hayes16:44Manchester
£1871One-way
0 changes
09:323h12
Hayes12:44Manchester
£941One-way
0 changes
03:293h56
Hayes07:25Manchester
£1851One-way
0 changes
04:274h13
Hayes08:40Manchester
£1411One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hayes to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hayes to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £134.
Distance: 251 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hayes to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Hayes to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 20:29
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:29 Hayes | 3h56 | 07:25 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:27 Hayes | 4h13 | 08:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:12 Hayes | 3h07 | 10:19 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:32 Hayes | 3h12 | 12:44 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:35 Hayes | 3h09 | 16:44 Manchester | 0 changesdirect |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hayes to Manchester?
The best time to book your train from Hayes to Manchester is 2 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hayes to Manchester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hayes to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hayes to Manchester.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Hayes to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hayes to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 21:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Hayes to Manchester trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Hayes and Manchester from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
£51
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hayes to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayes to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Hayes to Manchester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 17m. However, trains run 5 times per day.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Booking trains from Hayes to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Hayes to Manchester is 251 km.
The train journey from Hayes to Manchester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through areas such as the Chiltern Hills, which provide picturesque views of the English countryside, although much of the route also includes urban and suburban landscapes.
The cost of a train ticket from Hayes to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The train journey from Hayes to Manchester covers a distance of 251 km and takes approximately 3h 17m. Trains run 5 per day.
To get from Hayes to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Hayes to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £28.
The first train from Hayes to Manchester leaves at 0:06.
The train station in Hayes that goes to Manchester is Hayes & Harlington (HAY), and it arrives at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
The last train from Hayes to Manchester departs at 21:15.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hayes to Manchester.
Trains from Hayes to Manchester run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hayes to Manchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hayes to Manchester.
There is no night train service from Hayes to Manchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hayes and Manchester
Hayes
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Hayes is Hayes & Harlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hayes & Harlington for your trip from Hayes to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4&5
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4&5. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 3. The waiting room is open from first to last train.
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hayes & Harlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E and L outside station entrance(both directions) Click here for map
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Hayes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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