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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth is to bus and line 110 bus which costs £17 - £45 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Tamworth?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Raby Street and arriving at Corporation St via Tesco Express. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Tamworth?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Tamworth via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Tamworth?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Tamworth is 79 miles. The road distance is 73.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £27 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Tamworth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Tamworth?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £27 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 110 bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Tamworth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Tamworth train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Tamworth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Tamworth?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Tamworth is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Greater Manchester to Tamworth.

Where can I stay near Tamworth?

There are 2613+ hotels available in Tamworth.

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Tamworth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Tamworthtrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
2h 27m
£28–67
Bus, line 110 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tesco Express to Corporation Stbus 110
3h 34m
£18–42
Drive 73.1 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Tamworthcar 73.1 mi
1h 52m
£18–26
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Leveltrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 28m
£47–87

Greater Manchester to Tamworth by bus and foot

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Tamworth via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, and Stafford in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Raby Street to Corporation St via Birmingham Coach Station and Tesco Express in around 3h 34m.

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