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

The cheapest way to get from Kempston to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempston to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kempston and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempston to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from St John's Homes and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kempston and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Kempston to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Kempston to Manchester?

The distance between Kempston and Manchester is 157 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kempston to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Kempston to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempston to Manchester bus from?

Kempston to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Kempston to Manchester train from?

Kempston to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Kempston to Manchester?

The best way to get from Kempston to Manchester is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £140 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Kempston to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kempston to Manchester train arrive?

Kempston to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Kempston to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempston to Manchester is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Kempston to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3662+ hotels available in Manchester.

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St John's Homes to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 39m
£49–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 55m
£33–74
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Kempston to Manchestercar 142.6 mi
3h 16m
£35–50
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 15m
£102–336
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Sheffieldtrain Bedford - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 48m
£76–132

Kempston to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from War Memorial to Manchester Piccadilly via Bus Station, Bedford station, Bedford, and Sheffield in around 4h 48m.

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