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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stansted is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £95 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, Ebbsfleet International station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stansted?

The distance between Manchester and Stansted is 216 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £95 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stansted bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stansted train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Stansted?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stansted is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £360 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Manchester to Stansted bus arrive?

Manchester to Stansted bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Manchester to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stansted is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Manchester to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17007+ hotels available in Stansted.

Manchester to Stansted - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Stansted 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
3h 4m
£98–156
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 42m
£37–67
Drive 209.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stanstedcar 209.5 mi
4h 38m
£51–73
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 Charing Cross to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 32m
£80–320
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
8h 38m
£53–120
Fly to London City Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
7h 16m
£215–359

Manchester to Stansted by bus and train

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Arch hourly. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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