The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Borehamwood
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Borehamwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Borehamwood will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Borehamwood 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 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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 Borehamwood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Borehamwood 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £166.
Distance: 242 km
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3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Borehamwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Borehamwood trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:05 Manchester | 4h37 | 11:42 Borehamwood | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:09 Manchester | 5h04 | 12:13 Borehamwood | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:26 Manchester | 4h47 | 12:13 Borehamwood | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:11 Manchester | 5h00 | 13:11 Borehamwood | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:20 Manchester | 4h06 | 13:26 Borehamwood | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Borehamwood
Trains from Manchester to Borehamwood run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 01:31 |
Last train 22:31 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Borehamwood trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester and Borehamwood 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: Manchester to Borehamwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Borehamwood
- 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
- 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.
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 06:30 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Convenience store, coffee shop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking hall, main concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main entrance near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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