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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucestershire to Manchester is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucestershire to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucestershire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucestershire to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Gloucester and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucestershire and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucestershire to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Gloucestershire to Manchester?

The distance between Gloucestershire and Manchester is 137 miles. The road distance is 133.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucestershire to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Gloucestershire to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucestershire to Manchester bus from?

Gloucestershire to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

Where do I catch the Gloucestershire to Manchester train from?

Gloucestershire to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucestershire to Manchester?

The best way to get from Gloucestershire to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Gloucestershire to Manchester bus arrive?

Gloucestershire to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Gloucestershire to Manchester train arrive?

Gloucestershire to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucestershire to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucestershire to Manchester is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Gloucestershire to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Manchester.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 58m
£61–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 22m
£19–31
Drive 133.1 mi
1. Drive from Gloucestershire to Manchestercar 133.1 mi
2h 24m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 59m
£70–106
Bus via Promenade
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 35m
£31–74

Gloucestershire to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Simpson's Orchard to Manchester Piccadilly via Clarence Street Set Down, Gloucester, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Shudehill Interchange via Clarence Street Set Down, Gloucester, and Newhall Street in around 5h 22m.

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