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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Essex is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Essex. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at White Notley via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Essex?

The distance between Manchester and Essex is 228 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Essex without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Manchester to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Essex train from?

Manchester to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Essex?

The best way to get from Manchester to Essex is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £250 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Manchester to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Essex train arrive?

Manchester to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Essex is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Manchester to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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Manchester to Essex - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Essex by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 9m
£83–128
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 Coach Stationbus 737
9h 9m
£39–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
6h 19m
£48–69
Drive 197.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Essexcar 197.5 mi
3h 56m
£50–72
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
5h 2m
£92–319
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
6h 7m
£57–242
Fly Manchester Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
6h 32m
£222–397
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
6h 46m
£63–217
Fly Manchester Airport to London Southend Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
7h 1m
£67–287

Manchester to Essex by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 227.1 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Polecat Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 9h 9m.

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