What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and RAF Fairford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to RAF Fairford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Primary School via Birmingham Coach Station, Promenade and The Forum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and RAF Fairford?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to RAF Fairford. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Swindon via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

The distance between Manchester and RAF Fairford is 211 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to RAF Fairford without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 55m and costs £140 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to RAF Fairford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to RAF Fairford train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

The best way to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 55m and costs £140 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Manchester to RAF Fairford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to RAF Fairford train arrive?

Manchester to RAF Fairford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Manchester to RAF Fairford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to RAF Fairford is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Manchester to RAF Fairford.

Where can I stay near RAF Fairford?

There are 1043+ hotels available in RAF Fairford.

Manchester to RAF Fairford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to RAF Fairford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 55m
£148–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 825
7h 26m
£30–71
Drive 154.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to RAF Fairfordcar 154.7 mi
2h 48m
£39–56
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 Swindontrain
4h 7m
£149–407
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 33m
£70–99
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 Swindontrain
4h 34m
£162–312

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and RAF Fairford, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to RAF Fairford via Bristol Parkway and Swindon in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to RAF Fairford via Birmingham Coach Station, Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, The Forum, and Primary School in around 7h 26m.

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