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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Banbury is to bus and train via Birmingham which costs £10 - £40 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Banbury is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Banbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Banbury. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Banbury?

The distance between Manchester and Banbury is 130 miles. The road distance is 127.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Banbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £10 - £85.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Banbury takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Banbury train from?

Manchester to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Banbury train arrive?

Manchester to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Banbury station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Banbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Banbury is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Manchester to Banbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Banbury?

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Where can I stay near Banbury?

There are 650+ hotels available in Banbury.

Manchester to Banbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to BanburyManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 30m
£10–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to BanburyBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
3h 50m
£21–49
Drive 126.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Banbury126.6 mi
2h 28m
£31–45
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BanburyManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 58m
£11–39

Manchester to Banbury by train

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Banbury hourly. Tickets cost £10–85 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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