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Manchester to Herne Bay trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Herne Bay takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Herne Bay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 19m
Duration
245 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Manchester to Herne Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Herne Bay. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Herne Bay at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 21m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 50m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastSoutheastern3h 45m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Herne Bay? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Herne Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 244.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Herne Bay via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 35m.

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