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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£171
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hertford North (HFN) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
8:163h28Hertford North (HFN)11:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£971One-way0 changes- 5:583h21Hertford North (HFN)9:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£2441One-way0 changes
- 5:583h21Hertford North (HFN)9:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£2441One-way0 changes
- 8:163h28Hertford North (HFN)11:44Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£971One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 236 km
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3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:58 Hertford North (HFN) | 3h21 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Why should you book Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 11:16. The fastest train covers the 236 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 236 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 11:16 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Northern from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Northern trains will get you between Hertford North (HFN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hertford North (HFN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hertford North (HFN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 2 and 3. An unheated shelter is available on platform 1
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Hertford North (HFN)
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