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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stratford is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stratford is to train and line 205 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Finchley Road / O2 Centre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stratford?

The distance between Manchester and Stratford is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stratford without a car is to train and line 205 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Manchester to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stratford bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Manchester to Stratford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stratford is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £290 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Stratford bus arrive?

Manchester to Stratford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stratford is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Manchester to Stratford.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Stratford?

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Where can I stay near Stratford?

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Manchester to Stratford - 8 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Stratford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 205 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Euston Station to Bow Churchbus 205 / ...
3h 8m
£65–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 9m
£31–42
Drive 188 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stratfordcar 188 mi
4h 7m
£47–68
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3h 27m
£75–281
Bus via Old Marylebone Town Hall
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus 540 / ...
5h 46m
£34–54
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
4h 56m
£205–349
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
5h 19m
£53–140
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 London Waterlootrain
4h 8m
£105–251

Manchester to Stratford by train and bus

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Distance: 189 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 3 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, British Airways flies from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) every 4 hours.

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