The average train between Manchester and Hertford takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is an hourly train service from Manchester to Hertford. 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 hourly between Manchester and Hertford. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Hertford at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Hertford? 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 Hertford. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Hertford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Manchester to Hertford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Hertford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Hertford North station.
Book your Manchester to Hertford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Great Northern.
The distance between Manchester and Hertford is 237.3 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hertford North via London Euston, Euston station, Finsbury Park station, and Finsbury Park in around 3h 6m.