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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cranfield is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cranfield is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £55 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cranfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cranfield. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at War Memorial via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cranfield?

The distance between Manchester and Cranfield is 143 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cranfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Manchester to Cranfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cranfield bus from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Cranfield?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cranfield is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Manchester to Cranfield bus arrive?

Manchester to Cranfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cranfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cranfield is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Manchester to Cranfield.

Where can I stay near Cranfield?

There are 1060+ hotels available in Cranfield.

Manchester to Cranfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Cranfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes CentralManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
1h 51m
£57–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
4h 20m
£25–44
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cranfield138.8 mi
3h
£34–49

Manchester to Cranfield by bus

71Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Milton Keynes Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway every 2 hours. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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