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 which costs £19 - £45 and takes 5h 49m.

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 14m.

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 £19 - £45 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £220 and takes 5h 43m.

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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Where can I stay near 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
£48–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk023 / ...
5h 49m
£19–42
Drive 178.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stanstead Abbotts178.1 mi
3h 43m
£45–65
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 13m
£82–251
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Tesco737
6h 14m
£43–60
Fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
5h 43m
£74–212
Fly to Luton Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)MAN - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Temp Bus Station
7h 5m
£79–188
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 5m
£97–294

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, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–23 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Megabus UK also services this route 5 times a day.

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