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 £24 - £55 and takes 5h 49m.

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 38m 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, Arle Court Transport Hub and Rotunda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cirencester?

The distance between Manchester and Cirencester is 144 miles. The road distance is 146.6 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 3h 48m and costs £28 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m 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 5h 49m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 5h 15m.

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 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Manchester to Cirencester.

Where can I stay near Cirencester?

There are 1776+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 51 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Promenade to Bowling Green Lane51
3h 48m
£29–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hub100 / ...
5h 49m
£24–53
Drive 145.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cirencester145.8 mi
2h 38m
£37–53
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Beeches Car Park
4h 42m
£78–256
Train, line 51 bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the bus from Promenade to Bowling Green Lane51
3h 56m
£30–109
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kemble
5h 15m
£33–117

Manchester to Cirencester by train and bus

71Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Rotunda in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Old Station Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Kemble, and Kemble station in around 5h 15m.

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