What is the cheapest way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester is to train and line 111 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Horton Road via Cross Cheaping, Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Rugby and Greater Manchester is 104 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester without a car is to train and line 111 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Greater Manchester bus from?

Rugby to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Cross Cheaping station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Greater Manchester train from?

Rugby to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Rugby to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Rugby to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Rugby to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Rugby to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Greater Manchester is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Rugby to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3603+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Rugby to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 111 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rugby to Greater Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 111 bus
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 53m
£36–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross Cheaping to Birmingham Coach Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 18m
£20–32
Drive 113.8 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Greater Manchestercar 113.8 mi
1h 57m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 35m
£45–76

Rugby to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

104Weekly Services

1h 53mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.7 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Northcote Road to Horton Road via Transport Museum, Cross Cheaping, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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