- Must visit
RAF Museum London
Major aviation museum at the former Hendon Aerodrome, with historic aircraft, immersive displays and RAF stories for all ages.
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hendon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hendon will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Manchester to Hendon you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C56406+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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C56390+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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C56377+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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C56370+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International
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C56406+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras InternationalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hendon 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 251 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hendon trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33049+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ C56370 | 12:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h19 | 15:34 Hendon station (HEN) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Hendon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 3:33 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Hendon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hendon trip today.
Major aviation museum at the former Hendon Aerodrome, with historic aircraft, immersive displays and RAF stories for all ages.
Compact museum devoted to the British computer industry, with working machines, gaming displays and hands-on computing history.
Contemporary art gallery in Golders Green showing changing exhibitions by local and international artists in an intimate setting.
Spacious waterside park with woodland paths, meadows and a large reservoir, popular for walks, birdwatching and wide open views.
Historic core of Hendon with village character, period buildings, churchyard and useful links to local history and architecture.
Large park with sports areas, gardens and open lawns, well suited to a relaxed local walk close to central Hendon.
Classic London fish and chips: battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas. A staple takeaway and pub dish across North-West London.
Salt beef on rye with mustard and pickles is a long-standing North London deli favourite, strongly associated with nearby Jewish food traditions.
A full English breakfast of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal widely eaten in local cafés.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
Reliable neighbourhood restaurant serving classic Turkish charcoal grills, meze and fresh bread in a lively, casual setting.
Popular local spot for kosher-style salt beef, bagels and deli staples, reflecting North-West London’s Jewish food heritage.
Hendon is moderate for London. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than central areas, but public transport and everyday costs are still above many UK towns.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, 10-12.5% is standard. Taxi fares can be rounded up. No tip is expected for counter-service cafés, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hendon 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 Hendon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Hendon trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Hendon station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hendon 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 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.
Hendon is 11 km from Hendon city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hendon.
Wi-Fi is available at Hendon.
Ticket office support is available at Hendon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hendon: Parking.
Available at Hendon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step - free access from the car park to platform 1 (for trains towards London). There are steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station next to the bike rack. 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 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, 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: No.
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