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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Suffolk is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Suffolk is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Muntons via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stowmarket via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Suffolk?

The distance between Manchester and Suffolk is 267 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Suffolk without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 9m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Manchester to Suffolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Suffolk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Suffolk train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Suffolk?

The best way to get from Manchester to Suffolk is to train via London which takes 4h 9m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Suffolk bus arrive?

Manchester to Suffolk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the Manchester to Suffolk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Suffolk is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Manchester to Suffolk.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Suffolk?

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

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Manchester to Suffolk - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Manchester to Suffolk 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 9m
£102–186
Drive 195.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Suffolkcar 195.3 mi
4h 1m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
8h 55m
£51–122
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
5h 5m
£105–312
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stowmarkettrain
4h 53m
£70–137
Train #2
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stowmarkettrain Peterborough - Ipswich / ...
5h 22m
£96–158
Fly Manchester Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane MAN - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Stowmarkettrain
6h 7m
£101–590
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
7h 2m
£76–238
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
5h 50m
£141–326
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
7h 31m
£88–255

Manchester to Suffolk by train, subway, and foot

163Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stowmarket via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Muntons via Golders Green Station, Coach Station, Cardinal Park Cinema, and Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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