What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds is to bus via Birmingham which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) station to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport The Station and arriving at Combend Farm via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cotswolds is 147 miles. The road distance is 133.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds bus from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds train from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds bus arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds train arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds.

Where can I stay near Cotswolds?

There are 1595+ hotels available in Cotswolds.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Cotswolds. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswolds by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 29m
£79–134
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Gloucesterbus Uk077
6h 15m
£17–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hubbus 100
5h 55m
£27–65
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester-MAN to Cotswoldsrideshare 132.7 mi
2h 14m
Drive 132.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cotswoldscar 132.7 mi
2h 14m
£32–47
Train via Transport Hub
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 33m
£63–116

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Manchester Airport (MAN), England and Cotswolds, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Airport to Cotswolds via Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and Cheltenham Spa in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Cotswolds via Birmingham Coach Station, Transport Hub, and Combend Farm in around 5h 55m.

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