What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to New Forest is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to New Forest is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Lloyds Bank via Coach Park and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Manchester to New Forest?

The distance between Manchester and New Forest is 184 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to New Forest without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to New Forest?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Manchester to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to New Forest bus from?

Manchester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to New Forest?

The best way to get from Manchester to New Forest is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Manchester to New Forest bus arrive?

Manchester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Manchester to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to New Forest is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Manchester to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1089+ hotels available in New Forest.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to New Forest by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
5h 19m
£83–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Coach Parkbus S5
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Fleming Waybus S3
7h 1m
£34–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
5h 59m
£49–89
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to New Forestcar 171.7 mi
3h 6m
£42–61
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 58m
£99–307
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
5h 33m
£70–133

Manchester to New Forest by train and bus

71Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to New Forest.

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lloyds Bank via Cheltenham Spa, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Lloyds Bank via Coach Park and Fleming Way in around 7h 1m.

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