What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Brampton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Melton Mowbray via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

The distance between Greater Manchester and East Midlands is 126 miles. The road distance is 87.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to East Midlands bus from?

Greater Manchester to East Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to East Midlands train from?

Greater Manchester to East Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to East Midlands bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to East Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to East Midlands train arrive?

Greater Manchester to East Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to East Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to East Midlands is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Greater Manchester to East Midlands.

Where can I stay near East Midlands?

There are 971+ hotels available in East Midlands.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to East Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Melton Mowbraytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 39m
£70–104
Drive 87.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to East Midlandscar 87.2 mi
2h 11m
£22–32
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 38m
£43–58
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham station to Brampton Roadbus 19
4h 52m
£64–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
6h 50m
£38–53

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Distance: 125.5 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and East Midlands, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to East Midlands via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Nuneaton, and Melton Mowbray in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to East Midlands via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Brampton Road in around 6h 38m.

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