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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stanley is to bus which costs £16 - £24 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stanley is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Stanley station. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Stanley Bus Station Stand K via Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stanley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Stanley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Newcastle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stanley?

The distance between Manchester and Stanley is 158 miles. The road distance is 124.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanley without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Manchester to Stanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanley train from?

Manchester to Stanley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Stanley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanley is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Manchester to Stanley bus arrive?

Manchester to Stanley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where does the Manchester to Stanley train arrive?

Manchester to Stanley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stanley is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Manchester to Stanley.

Where can I stay near Stanley?

There are 2197+ hotels available in Stanley.

Manchester to Stanley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 78 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 2m
£40–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
4h 24m
£16–24
Drive 124.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stanleycar 124.1 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
Bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Stanley Bus Station Stand Hbus 78 / ...
5h 2m

Manchester to Stanley by train and bus

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Stanley, County Durham, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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