What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cotswold District?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cotswold District. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Frogmill Inn via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cotswold District?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Cotswold District. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cotswold District?

The distance between Manchester and Cotswold District is 133 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Cotswold District without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Cotswold District?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Manchester to Cotswold District, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cotswold District bus from?

Manchester to Cotswold District bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cotswold District train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Cotswold District?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cotswold District is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Manchester to Cotswold District bus arrive?

Manchester to Cotswold District bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Cotswold District train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cotswold District?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cotswold District is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Manchester to Cotswold District.

Where can I stay near Cotswold District?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Cotswold District.

Manchester to Cotswold District - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Cotswold District by train, bus, or car

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Train
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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 45m
£57–103
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
6h 13m
£29–68
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cotswold Districtcar 135.1 mi
2h 32m
£33–48

Manchester to Cotswold District by train and bus

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Distance: 132.6 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cotswold District, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dowdeswell Turn via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Frogmill Inn via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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