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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrow to Manchester will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harrow for Manchester on Fri, Aug 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrow to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $72.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow to Manchester:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrow to Manchester costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $87 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrow to Manchester costing on average $112 (€91).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 36m.
Bus takes on average 5h 7m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (2h 36m by train vs 3h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Harrow to Manchester trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:24 AM Harrow | 2h41 | 1:05 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Harrow to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Harrow to Manchester trains use the Harrow & Wealdstone to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Harrow and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Harrow-on-the-Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Harrow-on-the-Hill. ATMs are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Headstone Lane is 2 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Headstone Lane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Headstone Lane.
Wi-Fi is available at Headstone Lane.
Ticket office support is available at Headstone Lane. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Headstone Lane: Parking.
Available at Headstone Lane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headstone Lane: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: B3 station category. Step fee access is only available on the Northbound platform . You can only enter and exit using the Headstone Lane side entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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