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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Milton Keynes Coachway, Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Thetford via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stanstead?

The distance between Manchester and Stanstead is 215 miles. The road distance is 190.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Manchester to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanstead train from?

Manchester to Stanstead train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Manchester to Stanstead bus arrive?

Manchester to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Manchester to Stanstead train arrive?

Manchester to Stanstead train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Thetford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stanstead is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Manchester to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 30m
£100–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Drummer St Bus Stationbus 905
9h 39m
£40–87
Drive 189 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stansteadcar 189 mi
3h 42m
£46–66
Fly, train, line 41 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain
3. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)train
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus
6h 27m
£97–336

Manchester to Stanstead by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetford every 3 hours. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Stanway Close via Milton Keynes Coachway, Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 39m.

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