What is the cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Milton Keynes and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from The Point and arriving at Raby Street via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Milton Keynes and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Milton Keynes Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Milton Keynes and Greater Manchester is 137 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

How do I travel from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester bus from?

Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester train from?

Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Milton Keynes Central station.

Train or bus from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Raby Street station.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3657+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 4 ways to get from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 13m
£50–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Raby Streetbus 540
3h 34m
£28–69
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Milton Keynes to Greater Manchestercar 137.2 mi
2h 47m
£34–49
Train, fly, line 111 bus
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
3h 48m
£72–280

Milton Keynes to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Milton Keynes, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Raby Street hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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