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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Greater Manchester is to bus via Primrose Street which costs £24 - £90 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Abbey Lane and arriving at Raby Street via Liverpool Street Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stratford International and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Stratford to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Stratford and Greater Manchester is 193 miles. The road distance is 189.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Stratford to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

Stratford to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Stratford to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Primrose Street, which costs £24 - £90 and takes 5h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £380 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Stratford to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Stratford to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Raby Street station.

Where does the Stratford to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Greater Manchester is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Stratford to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Stratford to Greater Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Stratford to Greater 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 18m
£70–118
Bus via Primrose Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Raby Streetbus 540
5h 54m
£25–89
Drive 188 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Greater Manchestercar 188 mi
3h 57m
£46–66
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, line 111 bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
3h 20m
£76–282
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 7m
£45–124
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 12m
£217–373
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 22m
£113–267
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 53m
£245–580

Stratford to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Stratford, England and Greater 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, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Raby Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 15m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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