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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Peterborough is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Peterborough is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Peterborough station. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Railway Station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Bus Station and Market Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Peterborough via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Peterborough?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Peterborough is 143 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Peterborough without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Greater Manchester to Peterborough, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Peterborough?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Peterborough is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Peterborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Peterborough train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Peterborough is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Greater Manchester to Peterborough.

Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 517+ hotels available in Peterborough.

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 33m
£46–82
Drive 119 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Peterboroughcar 119 mi
2h 46m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
5h 57m
£44–99
Line 87 bus, fly, train
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 King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
4h 34m
£98–395
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 24m
£67–112

Greater Manchester to Peterborough by bus and train

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Peterborough via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, and Doncaster in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Raby Street to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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