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

The cheapest way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Fairford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairford to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Bingham House, Royal Well and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Fairford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Fairford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Kemble and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Fairford to Manchester?

The distance between Fairford and Manchester is 156 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairford to Manchester without a car is to line 51 bus and train which takes 5h 18m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Fairford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairford to Manchester bus from?

Fairford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Fairford to Manchester train from?

Fairford to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Kemble station.

Train or bus from Fairford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to bus via Royal Well which takes 6h 56m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Fairford to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fairford to Manchester train arrive?

Fairford to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Fairford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairford to Manchester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Fairford to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3610+ hotels available in Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Fairford to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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Line 51 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bingham House to Promenadebus 51
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 18m
£64–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 32m
£20–30
Bus via Royal Well
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 56m
£24–40
Drive 153.1 mi
1. Drive from Fairford to Manchestercar 153.1 mi
2h 50m
£39–55
Train
1. Take the train from Kemble to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 28m
£73–114

Fairford to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Manchester Central Coach Station via The Forum, Bingham House, Promenade, Royal Well, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Manchester Piccadilly via The Forum, Clayfurlong Grove, Kemble, and Cheltenham Spa in around 6h 28m.

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