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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lavenham is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Lavenham is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Lavenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Lavenham. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Norman Way via Luton DART Parkway, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Lavenham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lavenham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Thetford via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Manchester to Lavenham?

The distance between Manchester and Lavenham is 215 miles. The road distance is 200.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Lavenham without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Manchester to Lavenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lavenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lavenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Lavenham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lavenham is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Lavenham bus arrive?

Manchester to Lavenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Luton DART Parkway station.

Where does the Manchester to Lavenham train arrive?

Manchester to Lavenham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Thetford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Lavenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Lavenham is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Manchester to Lavenham.

Where can I stay near Lavenham?

There are 623+ hotels available in Lavenham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 46m
£97–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk023
2. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Thetfordbus Uk950
9h 30m
£26–43
Drive 199.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Lavenhamcar 199.1 mi
3h 38m
£49–71

Manchester to Lavenham by train, foot, and bus

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.7 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetford every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Norman Way via Luton DART Parkway, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 30m.

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