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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Donington is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Donington is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Donington?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Donington. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Market Place via Broad Marsh Bus Station, Central Bus Station and St Mary's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Donington?

The distance between Manchester and Donington is 159 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Donington without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 5h 39m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Manchester to Donington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Donington bus from?

Manchester to Donington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Donington?

The best way to get from Manchester to Donington is to train via Doncaster which takes 5h 39m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Donington bus arrive?

Manchester to Donington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Donington?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Donington is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Manchester to Donington.

Where can I stay near Donington?

There are 479+ hotels available in Donington.

Manchester to Donington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Donington by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain
5h 39m
£35–104
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bostontrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 41m
£23–105
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Lincoln Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus B5 / ...
7h
Drive 112.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Doningtoncar 112.2 mi
2h 16m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 44
7h 30m

Manchester to Donington by train and bus

83Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Donington.

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Malting Lane via Doncaster, Grantham, Boston, and Bus Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Market Place via Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and St Mary's Church in around 7h 30m.

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