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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cowley is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cowley is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cowley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cowley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at The Longwall via Milton Keynes Coachway and Westgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cowley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Cowley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Oxford via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cowley?

The distance between Manchester and Cowley is 156 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cowley without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £85 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Manchester to Cowley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cowley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cowley train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Cowley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cowley is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £85 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Manchester to Cowley bus arrive?

Manchester to Cowley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Manchester to Cowley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cowley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cowley is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Manchester to Cowley.

Where can I stay near Cowley?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Cowley.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Cowley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 17m
£85–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
6h 32m
£38–92
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cowleycar 153.8 mi
2h 59m
£38–54
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxfordtrain
4h 28m
£99–341
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Oxfordtrain
4h 38m
£111–216

Manchester to Cowley by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 155.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cowley, Oxfordshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to The Longwall via Milton Keynes Coachway, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Westgate in around 6h 32m.

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