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Haverfordwest Town Museum
Town museum inside the castle grounds with exhibits on local history, archaeology and daily life in Pembrokeshire through the centuries.
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Haverfordwest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Haverfordwest will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Haverfordwest 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 262 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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 train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Haverfordwest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 262 km
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£60 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Haverfordwest trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 Manchester | 6h52 | 16:22 Haverfordwest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Haverfordwest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 6h 43m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 18:15 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Haverfordwest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haverfordwest trip today.
Town museum inside the castle grounds with exhibits on local history, archaeology and daily life in Pembrokeshire through the centuries.
Historic prison attraction with restored cells and displays about crime, punishment and justice in Pembrokeshire. Popular with visitors seeking local history.
Visitor centre and gallery on the county’s past, with rotating displays and interpretation that helps place the town in a wider Pembrokeshire story.
Waterside path through the centre with bridges, wildlife and views of historic buildings. Ideal for an easy walk around the town.
Pleasant parkland around the priory ruins, combining heritage and open space. Good for a short stroll and riverside photographs.
Central shopping street lined with historic buildings and independent businesses. It gives a clear sense of everyday life in Haverfordwest.
A rich Welsh fruit loaf made with tea, dried fruit and spice. Traditionally served sliced with butter and widely eaten across Pembrokeshire.
A savoury Welsh rarebit made with melted cheese, ale and mustard on toasted bread. A pub classic with deep roots in Welsh cookery.
Salty seaweed purée traditionally cooked slowly and often served with bacon and cockles. A distinctive Welsh speciality from coastal communities.
Established café and deli for breakfasts, lunches, coffee and homemade bakes, with a friendly daytime atmosphere.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and warm hospitality in a casual central location.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant known for hearty meals, local produce and a relaxed traditional setting in the town centre.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and meals are usually cheaper than in major tourist cities, while local transport and day-to-day costs stay fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis and small café bills if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Haverfordwest 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 Haverfordwest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Haverfordwest trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Haverfordwest station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Haverfordwest 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 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.
Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Haverfordwest has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haverfordwest.
Ticket office support is available at Haverfordwest. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haverfordwest: Parking, WC.
Available at Haverfordwest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haverfordwest: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 from where most trains depart. Access to Platform 2 is via a footbridge with steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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