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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Paddington is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Paddington Station via Finchley Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at London Euston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Manchester to Paddington?

The distance between Manchester and Paddington is 186 miles. The road distance is 183.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Manchester to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Paddington train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Paddington?

The best way to get from Manchester to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 33m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £290 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Manchester to Paddington bus arrive?

Manchester to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Manchester to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Paddington is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Manchester to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

There are 22003+ hotels available in Paddington.

Manchester to Paddington - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Paddington 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
2h 29m
£68–112
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 58m
£24–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus 540 / ...
4h 33m
£36–85
Drive 182.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Paddingtoncar 182.4 mi
3h 49m
£45–65
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2h 40m
£69–282
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
5h 12m
£211–380
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
5h 18m
£76–172
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 Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
4h 21m
£113–252

Manchester to Paddington by train and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Finchley Road Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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