What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable is to bus which costs £18 - £65 and takes 9h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Horsebridge via Manchester Central Coach Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Whitstable is 244 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Whitstable without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Whitstable bus from?

Greater Manchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £65 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Whitstable bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Whitstable is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Greater Manchester to Whitstable.

Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 574+ hotels available in Whitstable.

Greater Manchester to Whitstable - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Whitstable 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 Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Whitstabletrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 55m
£53–237
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 27m
£19–60
Drive 247.8 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Whitstablecar 247.8 mi
4h 42m
£60–87
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain
5h 17m
£77–269
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Whitstabletrain
7h 17m
£55–241
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstabletrain
7h 11m
£182–541
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstabletrain
7h 45m
£69–207
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain
6h 31m
£98–256

Greater Manchester to Whitstable by bus, train, and foot

101Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Whitstable, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Whitstable via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Horsebridge via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 27m.

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