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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Guildford is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Guildford is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Guildford station via Newhall St and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Guildford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Guildford. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to Guildford?

The distance between Manchester and Guildford is 216 miles. The road distance is 203.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Guildford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Manchester to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Guildford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Guildford train from?

Manchester to Guildford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Guildford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Guildford is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Manchester to Guildford bus arrive?

Manchester to Guildford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Manchester to Guildford train arrive?

Manchester to Guildford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Guildford is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Manchester to Guildford.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Guildford?

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Where can I stay near Guildford?

There are 939+ hotels available in Guildford.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Guildford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to GuildfordLondon Waterloo - Guildford / ...
3h 27m
£51–212
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to GuildfordReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
4h 18m
£31–151
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationRa2
6h 40m
Drive 201.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Guildford201.9 mi
3h 53m
£50–71
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Guildford
3h 31m
£60–206
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to GuildfordManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 55m
£85–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow AirportUkn23
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationRa2
6h 53m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Guildford
5h 31m
£68–226
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Woking
3h 32m
£85–206

Manchester to Guildford by train and subway

322Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Guildford via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Guildford station via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 40m.

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