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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Manchester is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Saracens Head and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Shirley to Manchester?

The distance between Shirley and Manchester is 91 miles. The road distance is 90.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Shirley to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Manchester bus from?

Shirley to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Saracens Head station.

Where does the Shirley to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirley to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Manchester is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Shirley to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3613+ hotels available in Manchester.

Shirley to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Park Streetbus 4A
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 50m
£32–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Church Centrebus 4A
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
3h 53m
£11–19
Line 6 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Saracens Head to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 4A / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 21m
£19–43
Drive 90.3 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Manchestercar 90.3 mi
1h 53m
£22–32

Shirley to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

209Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Saracens Head to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 21m.

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