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

The cheapest way to get from Fairford to Manchester is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 40m.

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 49m 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 Cricket Field and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Bingham House, Royal Well Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Fairford to Manchester?

The distance between Fairford and Manchester is 215 miles. The road distance is 154.5 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 £60 - £340.

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 Royal Well Bus 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 £60 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Fairford to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fairford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairford to Manchester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Fairford to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Manchester.

Fairford to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Fairford to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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 Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 33m
£63–334
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 40m
£28–58
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Fairford to Manchestercar 153.6 mi
2h 49m
£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 26m
£28–190

Fairford to Manchester by bus

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Fairford to Manchester.

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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, you can take a bus from Cricket Field to Manchester Central Coach Station via The Forum, Bingham House, Promenade, Royal Well Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 40m.

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