What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Manchester is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Manchester is to bus and fly which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Town Tree Road and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Ashford (Surrey) and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Vauxhall station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Ashford to Manchester?

The distance between Ashford and Manchester is 204 miles. The road distance is 193.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Ashford to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Ashford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Manchester bus from?

Ashford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Manchester train from?

Ashford to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Ashford to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Ashford to Manchester bus arrive?

Ashford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Ashford to Manchester train arrive?

Ashford to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Manchester is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Ashford to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 14m
£75–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
6h 39m
£27–51
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 3m
£38–90
Drive 192.3 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Manchestercar 192.3 mi
3h 35m
£47–68
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Heathrow Terminal 4bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 39m
£62–259
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 37m
£107–165

Ashford to Manchester by train and subway

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Ashford, Surrey, England and Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Tree Road to Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 3m.

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