What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Balsall Common?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Balsall Common. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Balsall Common Island via Birmingham Coach Station and Solihull Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Balsall Common?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Balsall Common. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Berkswell via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Balsall Common?

The distance between Manchester and Balsall Common is 95 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Balsall Common without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Balsall Common?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Manchester to Balsall Common, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Balsall Common bus from?

Manchester to Balsall Common bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Balsall Common train from?

Manchester to Balsall Common train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Balsall Common?

The best way to get from Manchester to Balsall Common is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Manchester to Balsall Common bus arrive?

Manchester to Balsall Common bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Balsall Common train arrive?

Manchester to Balsall Common train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Balsall Common?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Balsall Common is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Manchester to Balsall Common.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Balsall Common?

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Where can I stay near Balsall Common?

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Manchester to Balsall Common - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 4 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Balsall Common by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 9m
£32–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dale End to Solihull Town Centrebus X12
4h 18m
£15–21
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Solihull Town Centrebus 4 / ...
3h 39m
£17–27
Drive 97.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Balsall Commoncar 97.5 mi
1h 50m
£25–35

Manchester to Balsall Common by train

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Distance: 94.6 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Balsall Common, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Balsall Common Island via Birmingham Coach Station and Solihull Town Centre in around 3h 39m.

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