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 £22 - £40 and takes 6h 12m.

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 19m and costs £40 - £65.

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 Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bath Spa via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Manchester to Melksham?

The distance between Manchester and Melksham is 196 miles. The road distance is 173.5 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 56m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m 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.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Melksham train from?

Manchester to Melksham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Melksham is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Manchester to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Melksham train arrive?

Manchester to Melksham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Melksham is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Manchester to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 56m
£100–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
6h 12m
£22–37
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Melkshamcar 172.5 mi
3h 19m
£42–61
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
5h 22m
£101–226
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 59m
£83–145
Fly to Bristol Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
6h 38m
£64–157

Manchester to Melksham by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 195.1 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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 £90–130 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 £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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