The cheapest and fastest trains from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hatfield station (HAT) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 234 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£102 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:48 Hatfield station (HAT) | 6h17 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:40 Hatfield station (HAT) | 3h49 | 10:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Hatfield station (HAT) | 3h10 | 11:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 04:05 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Great Northern from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Great Northern trains will get you between Hatfield station (HAT) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hatfield station (HAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hatfield station (HAT) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:20 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Waiting room
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near Bus Station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
