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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wrexham is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wrexham is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Wrexham?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Wrexham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Wrexham General via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Wrexham?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Wrexham is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Wrexham without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Greater Manchester to Wrexham, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Wrexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Wrexham train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Wrexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Wrexham?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Wrexham is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Wrexham.

Where can I stay near Wrexham?

There are 1194+ hotels available in Wrexham.

Greater Manchester to Wrexham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 25m
£19–31
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Wrexhamcar 50.4 mi
57 min
£13–19
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
2h 51m
£16–27
Line 41 bus, train, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
3h 3m
£16–29

Greater Manchester to Wrexham by bus and train

134Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Wrexham, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 1h.

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