What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to City Ground?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to City Ground is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to City Ground?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to City Ground is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and City Ground?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to City Ground. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Victoria Embankment via Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and City Ground?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Manchester to City Ground?

The distance between Manchester and City Ground is 84 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to City Ground without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to City Ground without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to City Ground?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to City Ground bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to City Ground train from?

Manchester to City Ground train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to City Ground?

The best way to get from Manchester to City Ground is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Manchester to City Ground bus arrive?

Manchester to City Ground bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to City Ground train arrive?

Manchester to City Ground train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to City Ground?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to City Ground is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Manchester to City Ground.

Where can I stay near City Ground?

There are 1747+ hotels available in City Ground.

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to City Ground by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 7m
£35–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk079
2h 59m
£11–19
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to City Groundcar 70.5 mi
1h 48m
£18–26

Manchester to City Ground by bus and foot

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and City Ground, Nottinghamshire, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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