What is the cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Builth Wells and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Builth Wells to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Manchester?

The distance between Builth Wells and Manchester is 123 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

How do I travel from Builth Wells to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Builth Wells to Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Builth Wells to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Manchester bus from?

Builth Wells to Manchester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Manchester train from?

Builth Wells to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Builth Wells to Manchester?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Builth Wells to Manchester bus arrive?

Builth Wells to Manchester bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Builth Wells to Manchester train arrive?

Builth Wells to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Manchester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Builth Wells to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3625+ hotels available in Manchester.

Builth Wells to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Builth Wells to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 46m
£47–82
Drive 128.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Builth Wells to Manchestercar 128.3 mi
2h 37m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groe to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 26m
£35–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groe to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
7h 25m
£36–90

Builth Wells to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 122.1 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Groe to Manchester Piccadilly via Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 2, Llandrindod, and Shrewsbury in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groe to Manchester Central Coach Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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