4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Hertford
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hertford will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Hertford 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 237 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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 Hertford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hertford 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 237 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£98 Average Price | £149 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Hertford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hertford trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:55 Manchester | 3h38 | 11:33 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Hertford
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Trains from Manchester to Hertford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 20:39 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Hertford trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Hertford from £41. 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 Hertford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Hertford
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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)
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.
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. 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 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 2 and 3. An unheated shelter is available on platform 1
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 18:00 Saturday 07:40 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Tesco over the road
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop opposite the station entrance
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