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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Manchester is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Manchester?

The distance between Harpenden and Manchester is 165 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Harpenden to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Manchester bus from?

Harpenden to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Bus or fly from Harpenden to Manchester?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Manchester is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £19 - £30. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £150 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Harpenden to Manchester bus arrive?

Harpenden to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Manchester is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Harpenden to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 56m
£48–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023
4h 29m
£20–30
Drive 158.2 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Manchestercar 158.2 mi
3h 19m
£40–57
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 31m
£86–289
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 57m
£29–48
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
4h 36m
£66–145
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 37m
£67–200
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 23m
£116–263

Harpenden to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Luton DART Parkway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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