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Natural History Museum at Tring
National museum in Tring with zoological collections, remarkable displays, and strong family appeal a short trip from Hemel.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Hemel Hempstead on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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 Manchester to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 140 miles (226 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$85 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $201 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead costing on average $98 (€80).
A train is $116 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead costing on average $201 (€164).
Other travel options to Hemel Hempstead take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 5h 6m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 3h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€70) compared to roughly $76 (€62) 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 Manchester to Hemel Hempstead trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 1:34 PM Hemel Hempstead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:14 AM Manchester | 2h20 | 1:34 PM Hemel Hempstead | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:14 PM Manchester | 2h21 | 10:35 PM Hemel Hempstead | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 140 miles (226 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 140 miles (226 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Hemel Hempstead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hemel Hempstead trip today.
National museum in Tring with zoological collections, remarkable displays, and strong family appeal a short trip from Hemel.
Local history museum covering Hemel Hempstead, industry, and community life in a restored school building in the Old Town.
Volunteer-run aviation museum at nearby London Luton Airport with aircraft, engines, and displays on regional aviation history.
Historic old town street lined with character buildings, independent shops, and pubs, ideal for a walk and local atmosphere.
Popular riverside and open-space park with gardens, play areas, and event lawns close to the town centre.
Canal-side district with waterside paths, former paper-mill heritage, and modern redevelopment that is popular with walkers.
A Hertfordshire classic of local sausages baked in batter, often served with onion gravy. A comforting pub staple across the area.
Fresh watercress has long been linked with the nearby Chiltern streams. It is prized in soups and salads for its peppery local character.
Traditional English ale from Hertfordshire breweries, commonly enjoyed in local pubs. It reflects the county's long brewing culture.
Refined dining venue in the old town with modern British cooking, quality steaks and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Popular canal-side pub and restaurant known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Established pub near the old town serving hearty British dishes, cask ales and traditional desserts in a historic setting.
Moderate for UK travel: hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but less than central London. Trains and pubs are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Hemel Hempstead Railway Station -> Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Hemel Hempstead trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Hemel Hempstead station pair, with some services arriving at Apsley. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hemel Hempstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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