What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Porton Down is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Porton Down is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Firs Close via Avington Turn and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Manchester to Porton Down?

The distance between Manchester and Porton Down is 235 miles. The road distance is 196.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Porton Down without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £95 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Manchester to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Porton Down bus from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Porton Down?

The best way to get from Manchester to Porton Down is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £95 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Manchester to Porton Down bus arrive?

Manchester to Porton Down bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Porton Down is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Manchester to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 367+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Manchester to Porton Down - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Porton Down 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Winchestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 50m
£96–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B18
7h 38m
£31–45
Drive 195.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Porton Downcar 195.2 mi
3h 40m
£48–70
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
5h
£85–199
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
6h 47m
£105–170
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Salisburytrain
5h 59m
£83–279

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Porton Down.

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Distance: 234.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Porton Down, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Winchester hourly. Tickets cost £90–280 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate twice daily. Tickets cost £28–40 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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