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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to line 66 bus and bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Clarence Parade and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Stroud to Manchester?

The distance between Stroud and Manchester is 146 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Stroud to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Manchester bus from?

Stroud to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Merrywalks station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Manchester train from?

Stroud to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 66 bus and bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Stroud to Manchester bus arrive?

Stroud to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Promenade station.

Where does the Stroud to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stroud to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Manchester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Stroud to Manchester.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stroud to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 50m
£63–99
Line 66 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Promenadebus 66 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
5h 23m
£26–41
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Manchestercar 140.4 mi
2h 36m
£35–50
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 9m
£112–357
Line 64 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 43m
£44–74

Stroud to Manchester by train

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Manchester Central Coach Station via Promenade, Clarence Parade, and Park & Ride in around 5h 23m.

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