What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace is to bus and train which costs £18 - £40 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Shakespeare's Birthplace?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Shakespeare's Birthplace. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at NatWest Bank via Birmingham Coach Station and Solihull Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Shakespeare's Birthplace?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stratford-upon-Avon via Birmingham Moor Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

The distance between Manchester and Shakespeare's Birthplace is 107 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace bus from?

Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace train from?

Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

The best way to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace bus arrive?

Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace train arrive?

Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

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Where can I stay near Shakespeare's Birthplace?

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avontrain Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon / ...
3h 10m
£37–83
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Snow Hill to Stratford-upon-Avontrain Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon / ...
3h 38m
£18–37
Drive 106.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplacecar 106.9 mi
2h 20m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to NatWest Bankbus X20
5h 1m
£22–45

Manchester to Shakespeare's Birthplace by train and foot

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Distance: 106.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Shakespeare's Birthplace, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shakespeare's Birthplace via Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street, and Stratford-upon-Avon in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Shakespeare's Birthplace via Birmingham Coach Station, Solihull Town Centre, and NatWest Bank in around 5h 1m.

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