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 £10 - £24 and takes 6h 4m.

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 14m 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 Shudehill Interchange and arriving at The Bear via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Manchester to Melksham?

The distance between Manchester and Melksham is 205 miles. The road distance is 174.8 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 49m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m 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 Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Melksham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Melksham is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £24 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Manchester to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Melksham is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Manchester to Melksham.

Where can I stay near Melksham?

There are 1368+ hotels available in Melksham.

Manchester to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Melksham 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 49m
£37–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
6h 4m
£10–23
Drive 173.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Melksham173.8 mi
3h 14m
£43–62
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to TrowbridgeCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
5h 44m
£61–113

Manchester to Melksham by train and bus

72Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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 Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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