What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Grand Union Canal?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Cricket Green Roundabout west via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Grand Union Canal?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Milton Keynes Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Grand Union Canal is 139 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal bus from?

Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal train from?

Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal.

Where can I stay near Grand Union Canal?

There are 910+ hotels available in Grand Union Canal.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2h 58m
£48–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
3h 7m
£27–64
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canalcar 135.4 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Line 87 bus, fly, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
4. Take the bus from Central station to Cricket Green Roundabout westbus
4h 33m
£71–281
Bus via Charlotte Street
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
5h 9m
£32–75

Greater Manchester to Grand Union Canal by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 137.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Grand Union Canal, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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