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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Manchester is to train and bus via London which costs £50 - £110 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Manchester?

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

How far is it from Ashford to Manchester?

The distance between Ashford and Manchester is 240 miles. The road distance is 247.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ashford to Manchester train from?

Ashford to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Ashford to Manchester train arrive?

Ashford to Manchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Manchester is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Ashford to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3637+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 18m
£93–165
Train, bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
5h 56m
£51–101
Drive 246.1 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Manchestercar 246.1 mi
4h 46m
£61–87
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 52m
£107–318
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 1m
£65–153
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 31m
£200–461
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 57m
£101–302
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 44m
£133–290

Ashford to Manchester by train and foot

273Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.1 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Ashford International to Manchester Piccadilly via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 18m.

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