What is the cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cradley Heath and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cradley Heath to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Central Market Hall and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Moor Street Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cradley Heath and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cradley Heath to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cradley Heath and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Smethwick Galton Bridge and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

The distance between Cradley Heath and Manchester is 83 miles. The road distance is 81.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cradley Heath to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £26 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cradley Heath to Manchester bus from?

Cradley Heath to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Central Market Hall station.

Where do I catch the Cradley Heath to Manchester train from?

Cradley Heath to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Cradley Heath to Manchester bus arrive?

Cradley Heath to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Colmore Row station.

Where does the Cradley Heath to Manchester train arrive?

Cradley Heath to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cradley Heath to Manchester is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Cradley Heath to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cradley Heath to Manchester?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cradley Heath to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 11m
£27–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Market Hall to Colmore Rowbus X10
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 10m
£17–30
Drive 81.1 mi
1. Drive from Cradley Heath to Manchestercar 81.1 mi
1h 45m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Market Hall to Tame Bridge Rail Stationbus 4M
2. Take the train from Tame Bridge Parkway to Kidsgrovetrain
3. Take the train from Kidsgrove to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 15m
£25–57

Cradley Heath to Manchester by train

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Distance: 82.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Cradley Heath, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Market Hall to Manchester Central Coach Station via Colmore Row, Moor Street Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 10m.

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