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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cirencester is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cirencester is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cirencester?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cirencester. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bowling Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cirencester?

The distance between Manchester and Cirencester is 145 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cirencester without a car is to train and line 51 bus which takes 4h 22m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Manchester to Cirencester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cirencester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Cirencester?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cirencester is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs £27 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Manchester to Cirencester bus arrive?

Manchester to Cirencester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cirencester?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cirencester is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Manchester to Cirencester.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

There are 601+ hotels available in Cirencester.

Manchester to Cirencester - 6 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Cirencester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Promenade to Bowling Green Lanebus 51
4h 22m
£71–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 100
6h 19m
£28–67
Drive 145.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cirencestercar 145.3 mi
2h 41m
£37–53
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Beeches Car Parkbus
4h 54m
£69–247
Train, line 51 bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the bus from Promenade to Bowling Green Lanebus 51
4h 32m
£56–101
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kembletrain
5h 23m
£67–122

Manchester to Cirencester by train and bus

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bowling Green Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Promenade in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Old Station Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Kemble, and Clayfurlong Grove in around 5h 23m.

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