The average train between Manchester and Harlech takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Harlech. 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 Manchester and Harlech. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Harlech at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Harlech? 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 Manchester to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Harlech station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Manchester to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Harlech station.
Book your Manchester to Harlech train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Manchester and Harlech is 142.6 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Harlech via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h 54m.