What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Banbury?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Banbury is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Banbury?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Banbury is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Banbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Banbury station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Railway Station via Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Banbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Banbury. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Manchester to Banbury?

The distance between Manchester and Banbury is 130 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Banbury without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Banbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Banbury?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Banbury takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Banbury bus from?

Manchester to Banbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Banbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Banbury?

The best way to get from Manchester to Banbury is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Banbury bus arrive?

Manchester to Banbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Where does the Manchester to Banbury train arrive?

Manchester to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Banbury station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Banbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Banbury is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Manchester to Banbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Banbury?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Banbury?

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Manchester to Banbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Banburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 28m
£70–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Coventrybus Uk980
4h 15m
£24–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banburytrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
3h 50m
£35–74
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Banburycar 126.9 mi
2h 29m
£31–45

Manchester to Banbury by train

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Banbury, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Banbury hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Coventry every 4 hours. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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