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

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

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 station to Rushden. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Milton Keynes Coachway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rushden?

The distance between Manchester and Rushden is 142 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 and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Rushden bus arrive?

Manchester to Rushden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway 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 798+ hotels available in Rushden.

Manchester to Rushden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

There are 4 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Laybybus X47 / ...
3h 43m
£48–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
5h 53m
£31–75
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rushdencar 125 mi
3h 4m
£31–45
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Barwick Housebus 50 / ...
4h 54m
£74–107

Manchester to Rushden by train and bus

100Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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