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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ramsgate is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ramsgate is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Harbour via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Ramsgate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ramsgate?

The distance between Manchester and Ramsgate is 270 miles. The road distance is 267 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Ramsgate without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Manchester to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ramsgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ramsgate train from?

Manchester to Ramsgate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ramsgate is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Ramsgate bus arrive?

Manchester to Ramsgate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Manchester to Ramsgate train arrive?

Manchester to Ramsgate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ramsgate is 267 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Manchester to Ramsgate.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Ramsgate?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Ramsgate?

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Where can I stay near Ramsgate?

There are 856+ hotels available in Ramsgate.

Manchester to Ramsgate - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Ramsgate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 50m
£107–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Harbourbus 022
9h 25m
£53–129
Drive 265.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ramsgatecar 265.5 mi
5h 7m
£66–96
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 London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain
4h 44m
£109–327
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain
5h 26m
£141–241
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain
6h 18m
£211–471
Fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain
6h 44m
£91–239
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 London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgatetrain
5h 32m
£139–308
Fly to London Southend Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane MAN - SEN
2. Take the train from Southend Airport to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain
7h 12m
£87–314

Manchester to Ramsgate by train and foot

318Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ramsgate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Harbour via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 25m.

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