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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Manchester is to train and bus via Meopham which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £95 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Stansted to Manchester?

The distance between Stansted and Manchester is 216 miles. The road distance is 210.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Stansted to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Manchester train from?

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

Train or fly from Stansted to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stansted to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £210 - £380 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Stansted to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stansted to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Manchester is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Stansted to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3625+ hotels available in Manchester.

Stansted to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Stansted to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 16m
£97–157
Train, bus via Meopham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
7h 22m
£34–61
Drive 209.3 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Manchestercar 209.3 mi
4h 38m
£52–75
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 45m
£86–304
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 34m
£55–128
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 14m
£215–378
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
6h 37m
£65–192
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 32m
£117–284

Stansted to Manchester by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Stansted, 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, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 5 times a day.

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