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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to bus via Marylebone Station which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £280.

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 Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Stratford to Manchester?

The distance between Stratford and Manchester is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.1 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 line 205 bus and train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Bus or fly from Stratford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stratford to Manchester is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £280 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Stratford to Manchester bus arrive?

Stratford to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 bus 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, line 205 bus, bus

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

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Line 205 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bow Church to Euston Stationbus 205 / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 28m
£67–112
Bus via Marylebone Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 13m
£22–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 52m
£30–66
Drive 188 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Manchestercar 188 mi
4h 7m
£46–66
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 56m
£70–280
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
4h 48m
£205–360
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
3h 57m
£104–275
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 43m
£273–528

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 189.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, British Airways flies from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours.

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