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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hayes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £244.
Distance: 251 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£122 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £244 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Hayes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Hayes:
A coach is £83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Hayes costing on average £122.
A coach is £206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Hayes costing on average £244.
Other travel options to Hayes take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 49m.
Coach takes on average 5h 37m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (3h 17m by train vs 3h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £122 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by train from Hayes are London, Oxford, Windsor, Cambridge and Bath. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Hayes on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Windsor is a historic Thames-side town known for Windsor Castle and its strong royal identity. Its compact centre, riverside setting and nearby parkland give it a refined but approachable character.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Travel to Hayes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Hayes.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Hayes:
A coach is £83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Hayes costing on average £122.
A coach is £206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Hayes costing on average £244.
Other travel options to Hayes take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 49m.
Coach takes on average 5h 37m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Hayes as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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