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

The cheapest way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £20 - £30 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Fairford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairford to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Bingham House, Clarence Parade and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Fairford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Fairford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Fairford to Manchester?

The distance between Fairford and Manchester is 215 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £150 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Fairford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairford to Manchester bus from?

Fairford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Fairford to Manchester train from?

Fairford to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Fairford to Manchester?

The best way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £150 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Fairford to Manchester bus arrive?

Fairford to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Fairford to Manchester train arrive?

Fairford to Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Fairford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairford to Manchester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Fairford to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3605+ hotels available in Manchester.

Fairford to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 33m
£152–217
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 33m
£20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
6h 10m
£29–44
Drive 153.1 mi
1. Drive from Fairford to Manchestercar 153.1 mi
2h 50m
£38–55
Line 51 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bingham House to Promenadebus 51
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 18m
£64–94

Fairford to Manchester by bus

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Fairford to Manchester Piccadilly via Swindon and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park & Ride to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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