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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Newtown is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Newtown is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Manchester to Newtown?

The distance between Manchester and Newtown is 97 miles. The road distance is 96.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Manchester to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Newtown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Newtown train from?

Manchester to Newtown train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Newtown?

The best way to get from Manchester to Newtown is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Newtown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Newtown train arrive?

Manchester to Newtown train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Newtown is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Manchester to Newtown.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Newtown?

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Manchester to Newtown - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Newtown by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 46m
£39–65
Drive 95.9 mi
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1. Drive from Manchester to Newtowncar 95.9 mi
1h 52m
£24–34
Train, line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
5h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
5h 50m
£33–80

Manchester to Newtown by train

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Distance: 96.3 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 50m.

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