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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Berkhamsted
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Berkhamsted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Berkhamsted will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Berkhamsted every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Berkhamsted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Berkhamsted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 222 km
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2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Berkhamsted train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Berkhamsted trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:05 Manchester | 2h49 | 09:54 Berkhamsted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:09 Manchester | 3h04 | 10:13 Berkhamsted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:26 Manchester | 2h46 | 10:12 Berkhamsted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:27 Manchester | 3h23 | 11:50 Berkhamsted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Berkhamsted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Berkhamsted run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Berkhamsted trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Berkhamsted from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Berkhamsted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Berkhamsted 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 Berkhamsted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Berkhamsted
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: There is a Ticket Vending Machine at each station entrance.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 4. The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 4. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-1900 and Sunday 08:00-17:30. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 4. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-1900 and Sunday 08:00-17:30. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will use the public bus stops on either side of High Street, near the front of the station
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