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 and train which costs £21 - £85 and takes 6h 2m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via Cheltenham Racecourse and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to New Forest?

The distance between Manchester and New Forest is 185 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 via Cheltenham which takes 5h 23m and costs £30 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m 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 via Cheltenham which takes 5h 23m and costs £30 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Manchester to New Forest bus arrive?

Manchester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cheltenham Racecourse 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 1002+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Cheltenham
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 23m
£32–204
Bus, train
cheapest
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
6h 2m
£22–82
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to New Forestcar 171.7 mi
3h 6m
£42–61
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus
4h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 3m
£36–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cheltenham Racecoursebus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Fleming Waybus Cf6
6h 49m
£37–51

Manchester to New Forest by train and bus

71Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to New Forest.

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Distance: 183.4 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Police Station via Cheltenham Spa, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Police Station via Cheltenham Racecourse and Fleming Way in around 6h 49m.

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