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 via Shudehill Interchange which costs £16 - £70 and takes 7h 31m.

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 £70 - £240.

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 £70 - £240.

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

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stansted is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Manchester to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16352+ hotels available in Stansted.

Manchester to Stansted - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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 London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 4m
£73–235
Bus, train via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London VictoriaUk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & WrothamLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 31m
£16–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals540 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & WrothamLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
7h 11m
£17–79
Drive 209.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stansted209.5 mi
4h 33m
£51–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrotham
5h 34m
£85–240

Manchester to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

10Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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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 £35–190 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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