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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Manchester?

The distance between Canterbury and Manchester is 255 miles. The road distance is 251.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Canterbury to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Manchester bus from?

Canterbury to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Manchester train from?

Canterbury to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Manchester?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Canterbury to Manchester bus arrive?

Canterbury to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Manchester train arrive?

Canterbury to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Manchester is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Canterbury to Manchester.

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

Book your Canterbury to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Manchester?

Book your Canterbury to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Manchester.

Canterbury to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromCanterbury to Manchester

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Canterbury to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 34m
£102–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
8h 5m
£35–70
Drive 249.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Manchestercar 249.9 mi
4h 49m
£61–88
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 6m
£111–381
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 30m
£48–125
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 46m
£229–428
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
6h 15m
£89–277
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h
£144–334

Canterbury to Manchester by train and foot

144Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Canterbury to Manchester.

Launch map view

Distance: 253.2 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Canterbury, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Manchester Piccadilly via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 5m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.