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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cranbrook is to bus and train which costs £20 - £65 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cranbrook is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £100 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cranbrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cranbrook. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Congregational Church via Birmingham, Waterfront Bus Station and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cranbrook?

The distance between Manchester and Cranbrook is 259 miles. The road distance is 235.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cranbrook without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £100 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Manchester to Cranbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cranbrook bus from?

Manchester to Cranbrook bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Cranbrook?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cranbrook is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £100 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £230 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Manchester to Cranbrook bus arrive?

Manchester to Cranbrook bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cranbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cranbrook is 236 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Manchester to Cranbrook.

Where can I stay near Cranbrook?

There are 619+ hotels available in Cranbrook.

Manchester to Cranbrook - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Cranbrook 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 56m
£102–280
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Archbus 540 / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tunbridge Wellstrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
8h 13m
£21–64
Drive 234.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cranbrookcar 234.2 mi
5h 6m
£58–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train, line 297 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Sheafe Drivebus
5h 58m
Train, line 297 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Sheafe Drivebus 297
5h 10m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Stbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to Chathambus Michalovce
9h 23m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
7h 49m
£73–226
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain
7h 53m
£203–485
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tonbridgetrain
6h 38m
£93–300

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Cranbrook.

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Distance: 257.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cranbrook, Kent, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cranbrook via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Ashford International, and Headcorn in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Congregational Church via Newhall St, Birmingham, Waterfront Bus Station, and Chequers Bus Station in around 9h 23m.

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