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 £28 - £50 and takes 7h 14m.

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 7m 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 station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via Park & Ride and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Manchester to New Forest?

The distance between Manchester and New Forest is 214 miles. The road distance is 172.2 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 via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m 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.

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester to New Forest?

The best way to get from Manchester to New Forest is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to New Forest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to New Forest train arrive?

Manchester to New Forest train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to New Forest is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Manchester to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1020+ hotels available in New Forest.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain
5h 41m
£79–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ridebus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Fleming Waybus Cf6
7h 14m
£28–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Millennium Pointbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
6h 33m
£49–83
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to New Forestcar 171.2 mi
3h 7m
£43–62
Train
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 45m
£76–120
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 2m
£93–141

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Distance: 212.8 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Five Alls Court via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Police Station via Park & Ride and Fleming Way in around 7h 14m.

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