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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Melksham is to bus which costs £8 - £20 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at The Bear via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Manchester to Melksham?

The distance between Manchester and Melksham is 196 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Manchester to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Melksham bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Melksham is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 5h 52m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Manchester to Melksham bus arrive?

Manchester to Melksham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Melksham is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Manchester to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1369+ hotels available in Melksham.

Manchester to Melksham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Melksham 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 Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 19m
£36–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
5h 52m
£9–19
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Melkshamcar 173.3 mi
3h 16m
£42–60
Fly to Bristol Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
5h 51m
£58–151
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
7h 10m
£15–47
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
5h 4m
£96–330

Manchester to Melksham by train and bus

71Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Melksham.

Launch map view

Distance: 195.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £23–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £6–17 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.