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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sussex is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Sussex is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £110 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Haywards Heath via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Manchester to Sussex?

The distance between Manchester and Sussex is 232 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Manchester to Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sussex train from?

Manchester to Sussex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or fly from Manchester to Sussex?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sussex is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £200 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Manchester to Sussex train arrive?

Manchester to Sussex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Sussex is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Manchester to Sussex.

Where can I stay near Sussex?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Sussex.

Manchester to Sussex - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Sussex by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Haywards Heathtrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 24m
£117–185
Drive 241.1 mi
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1. Drive from Manchester to Sussexcar 241.1 mi
4h 22m
£60–87
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Haywards Heathtrain
3. Take the bus from Perrymount Road to The Greenbus
6h 28m
£98–292
Train via Lewes
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
5h 26m
£88–140
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Haywards Heathtrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
5h 44m
£90–128
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
7h 22m
£63–194
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
7h 48m
£80–180

Manchester to Sussex by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 230.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sussex via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Haywards Heath in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and Aurigny fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 5 times a day.

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