What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Painswick?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Painswick is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Painswick?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Painswick is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Painswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at St Mary's Church via Park & Ride and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Painswick?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stroud (Glos) via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Manchester to Painswick?

The distance between Manchester and Painswick is 142 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Painswick without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Painswick without a car is to train and line 66 bus which takes 3h 54m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Manchester to Painswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Painswick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Painswick train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Painswick?

The best way to get from Manchester to Painswick is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Manchester to Painswick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Painswick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Painswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Painswick is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Manchester to Painswick.

Where can I stay near Painswick?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Painswick.

Manchester to Painswick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Painswick by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 66 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Promenade to St Mary's Churchbus 66 / ...
3h 54m
£62–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ridebus Cf8
4h 51m
£26–40
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Painswickcar 136.9 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 22m
£56–100

Manchester to Painswick by train and bus

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Painswick, England?

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ride 4 times a week. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to St Mary's Church via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Stroud (Glos), and Merrywalks in around 4h 22m.

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