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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Manchester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Bath to Manchester?

The distance between Bath and Manchester is 183 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Bath to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Manchester bus from?

Bath to Manchester bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Westgate Buildings station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Manchester train from?

Bath to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bath to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bath to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 57m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Bath to Manchester bus arrive?

Bath to Manchester bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bath to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bath to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Manchester is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Bath to Manchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bath to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 12m
£80–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings to Bus Stationbus 39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
5h 57m
£20–32
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Manchestercar 171.6 mi
3h 17m
£43–62
Fly Bristol Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
4h 58m
£60–149
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 26m
£29–50
Fly Bristol Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 58m
£66–174
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h
£114–332

Bath to Manchester by train

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Distance: 182.2 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 57m.

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