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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Manchester is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Manchester. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Paddington to Manchester?

The distance between Paddington and Manchester is 186 miles. The road distance is 183.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Paddington to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Manchester bus from?

Paddington to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Manchester train from?

Paddington to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Paddington to Manchester?

The best way to get from Paddington to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £280 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Paddington to Manchester bus arrive?

Paddington to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Paddington to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Manchester is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Paddington to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 46m
£67–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
5h 26m
£20–37
Drive 182.3 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Manchestercar 182.3 mi
3h 50m
£45–65
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 27m
£64–279
Bus via Golders Green Station
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
5h 40m
£36–87
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 8m
£211–380
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 23m
£69–212

Paddington to Manchester by bus

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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