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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rushden is to bus via Northampton Bus Interchange which costs £18 - £26 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rushden is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rushden?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Rushden. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Lake and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rushden?

The distance between Manchester and Rushden is 144 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rushden without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Manchester to Rushden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rushden bus from?

Manchester to Rushden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Rushden?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rushden is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Northampton Bus Interchange, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Rushden bus arrive?

Manchester to Rushden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rushden?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rushden is 126 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Manchester to Rushden.

Where can I stay near Rushden?

There are 873+ hotels available in Rushden.

Manchester to Rushden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 48 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Rushden by train, bus, or car

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 Nuneatontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 16m
£56–90
Bus via Northampton Bus Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Northamptonbus Uk023
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Laybybus X47 / ...
4h 50m
£18–26
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rushdencar 125 mi
3h 4m
£31–45
Train, line 48 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Church Street Interchangebus 48
5h 35m
£74–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
5h 55m
£31–75

Manchester to Rushden by train and bus

20Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Rushden.

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Rushden, Northamptonshire, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Adnitt Road via Nuneaton, Leicester, Kettering, Wellingborough, and Rail Station Forecourt in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Lake and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 50m.

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