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Find the best prices from Manchester to Harpenden

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Harpenden, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Manchester to Harpenden Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Harpenden, starting from AED 251.50 and averaging AED 261.56. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 12m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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19:41
4h 36m, Changes required
Manchester Oxford Road
00:17
+1
Harpenden
East Midlands RailwayAvanti West CoastThameslink
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20:15
4h 9m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
00:24
+1
Harpenden
Avanti West CoastThameslink
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22:13
11h 38m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
09:51
+1
Harpenden
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwayThameslink
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22:30
11h 37m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
10:07
+1
Paris
East Midlands RailwayThameslink
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Manchester to Harpenden Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:05
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Harpenden
Journey time
Journey time
3h 12m
Distance
Distance
225 km
Price
Price
AED 251.50*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Harpenden

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Harpenden can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Harpenden, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Harpenden ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester to Harpenden train ticket types

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