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 5h 15m.

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 £35 - £55.

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 5h 15m.

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 40m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 does the Kempston to Manchester bus arrive?

Kempston to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 3587+ hotels available in Manchester.

Kempston to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kempston to Manchester by bus, train, 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.

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 40m
£49–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 15m
£33–74
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Kempston to Manchestercar 142.6 mi
3h 16m
£35–51
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 39m
£101–291
Bus, train via Coventry
1. Take the bus from St John's Homes to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 53m
£68–119

Kempston to Manchester by bus and train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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