What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts is to bus and line 737 bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stanstead Abbotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Stanstead Abbotts. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Abbotts Court via Milton Keynes Coachway and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stanstead Abbotts?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at St Margarets (Herts) via Euston station and Tottenham Hale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

The distance between Manchester and Stanstead Abbotts is 204 miles. The road distance is 179.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £55 and takes 6h 31m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts bus arrive?

Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts?

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Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 4m
£47–203
Bus, line 737 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Halfway AvenueUk023
2. Take the bus from Simpson Close to Tesco737
6h 31m
£26–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Tesco737
6h 31m
£43–51
Drive 178.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts178.1 mi
3h 43m
£45–64
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to St Margarets (Herts)
4h 12m
£82–241
Fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
5h 40m
£73–182
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
6h 13m
£74–203
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to St Margarets (Herts)
5h 4m
£102–304

Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts by train and subway

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Stanstead Abbotts, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–190 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Abbotts Court via Milton Keynes Coachway and Tesco in around 6h 31m.

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