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Outbound fromHereford to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 2h 22m to travel from Hereford to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 100 miles (161 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Hereford to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from £17.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:12 | |
| Departure station | Hereford | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 9m | |
| Distance | 100 miles (161 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £17.90 | |
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Take the train from Hereford to Manchester in 2 hours 9 minutes
If you want to travel from Hereford to Manchester by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Hereford to Manchester by train to take around 2 hours 22 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 40 trains per day running on this route, which spans 100 miles (161 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Manchester. You can travel with Transport for Wales trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Hereford to Manchester start from £17.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Hereford to Manchester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hereford to Manchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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