What is the cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Rugby?

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Rugby is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Rugby?

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Rugby is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Warwick Road and arriving at Lawrence Sheriff Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Wharfside and arriving at Rugby via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Rugby?

The distance between Old Trafford and Rugby is 104 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

How do I travel from Old Trafford to Rugby without a car?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Rugby without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Old Trafford to Rugby?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Old Trafford to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Rugby bus from?

Old Trafford to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Rugby train from?

Old Trafford to Rugby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Wharfside station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Rugby bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Rugby train arrive?

Old Trafford to Rugby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford to Rugby is 112 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Old Trafford to Rugby.

Where can I stay near Rugby?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Rugby.

Old Trafford to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 85 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Old Trafford to Rugby by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Piccadillytram Replacement Bus
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2h 39m
£32–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Coventrybus Uk980
5h 46m
£17–23
Bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Lawrence Sheriff Streetbus 85A / ...
5h 29m
£21–34
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Old Trafford to Rugbycar 111 mi
1h 58m
£28–40

Old Trafford to Rugby by foot and bus

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Distance: 103.3 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Rugby, England?

You can take a vehicle from Old Trafford to Lawrence Sheriff Street via Warwick Road, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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