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It takes an average of 7h 45m to travel from Manchester to Herne Bay by train, over a distance of around 203 miles (327 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Herne Bay and tickets for this journey start from £64.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:09 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Herne Bay | |
| Journey time | From 5h 10m | |
| Distance | 203 miles (327 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £64.20 | |
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Taking the train from Manchester to Herne Bay in 5 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Herne Bay? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 45 minutes to travel the 203 miles (327 km) from Manchester to Herne Bay by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or TransPennine Express to Herne Bay. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Herne Bay in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £64.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Herne Bay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Herne Bay
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Herne Bay is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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