The average train between Harlech and Manchester takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Harlech to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Harlech and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlech is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harlech to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Harlech to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Harlech station and arriving at Manchester station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Harlech to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Harlech station.
Harlech to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Harlech to Manchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Harlech and Manchester is 142.6 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Harlech to Manchester Piccadilly via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 44m.