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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Abbey Lane and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Baker Street Station and London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stratford International and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Stratford to Manchester?

The distance between Stratford and Manchester is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Stratford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Manchester bus from?

Stratford to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 6m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £280 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Stratford to Manchester bus arrive?

Stratford to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Stratford to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Manchester is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Stratford to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Stratford to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 46m
£63–105
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 6m
£26–41
Drive 188.1 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Manchestercar 188.1 mi
4h 7m
£47–67
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 5m
£75–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 42m
£34–59
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
4h 42m
£215–389
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 5m
£60–165
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 Piccadillytrain
5h 18m
£371–625

Stratford to Manchester by train and foot

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Distance: 189.1 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Stratford, England and Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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