What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Raby Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Croydon and Greater Manchester is 201 miles. The road distance is 196.1 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Greater Manchester bus from?

Croydon to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Croydon to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £340 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Croydon to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Croydon to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Raby Street station.

Where does the Croydon to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Greater Manchester is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Croydon to Greater Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Croydon to Greater Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 40m
£69–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Raby Streetbus 540
5h 10m
£26–58
Drive 195 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Greater Manchestercar 195 mi
4h 7m
£49–70
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, line 111 bus
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
3h 48m
£80–264
Bus via Charlotte Street
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 9m
£37–65
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 36m
£216–334
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 10m
£67–191
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 16m
£452–639

Croydon to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

310Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.4 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Raby Street hourly. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 4h 15m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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