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Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hatfield will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Hatfield 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 234 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 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hatfield 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 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 234 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hatfield trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 Manchester | 3h25 | 12:25 Hatfield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Manchester | 3h25 | 21:25 Hatfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Hatfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:44, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 2:44 |
Last train 23:32 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Hatfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hatfield trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Hatfield Station -> Hatfield Town Centre, Hatfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Hatfield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: 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.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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