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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester is to fly and line 111 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £75 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Raby Street via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Southampton to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Southampton and Greater Manchester is 230 miles. The road distance is 218 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

Southampton to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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

Southampton to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Southampton to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Southampton to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Greater Manchester is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Southampton to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Southampton to Greater Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 46m
£126–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Raby Streetbus 121 / ...
6h 27m
£41–100
Drive 216.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Greater Manchestercar 216.8 mi
3h 52m
£53–77
Fly from Southampton Airport, line 111 bus
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
2h 51m
£77–174
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 51m
£109–199
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, line 111 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
4h 15m
£83–300

Southampton to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Raby Street via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 27m.

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