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

The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milton Keynes to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £45 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Milton Keynes and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from The Point and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Milton Keynes and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Milton Keynes Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

The distance between Milton Keynes and Manchester is 134 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £45 - £80.

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

The train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Manchester bus arrive?

Milton Keynes to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Milton Keynes to Manchester is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Milton Keynes to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Manchester?

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There are 4 ways to get from Milton Keynes to 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
1h 41m
£45–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 37m
£31–74
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Milton Keynes to Manchestercar 137.2 mi
2h 57m
£34–49
Train, fly
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
3h 26m
£70–278

Milton Keynes to Manchester by train

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Milton Keynes, England and 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 Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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