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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rocester is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rocester is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rocester?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Rocester. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Riversfield Drive via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rocester?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rocester. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Uttoxeter via Stoke-on-Trent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rocester?

The distance between Manchester and Rocester is 61 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rocester without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs £15 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Manchester to Rocester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rocester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rocester train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Rocester?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rocester is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £22 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Rocester bus arrive?

Manchester to Rocester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Manchester to Rocester train arrive?

Manchester to Rocester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rocester?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rocester is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Manchester to Rocester.

Where can I stay near Rocester?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Rocester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Rocester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent rail station to Riversfield Drivebus 32A
3h 7m
£15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from bus station to Riversfield Drivebus 32A
3h 25m
£8–10
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Uttoxetertrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 22m
£22–40
Drive 49.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rocestercar 49.1 mi
1h 15m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Rocestertaxi 49.1 mi
1h 15m
£210–260

Manchester to Rocester by train and bus

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Distance: 60.5 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Riversfield Drive via Stoke-on-Trent, Uttoxeter, Railway Station, Tesco Store, and Bus Station in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Riversfield Drive via bus station in around 3h 25m.

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