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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thrapston is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Thrapston is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Thrapston?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Thrapston. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at (Thrapston) Thrapston Library via Milton Keynes Coachway, Bus Station and (Rushden) Rushden Lakes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Thrapston?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Thrapston. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Kettering via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Manchester to Thrapston?

The distance between Manchester and Thrapston is 150 miles. The road distance is 124.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Thrapston without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Manchester to Thrapston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thrapston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thrapston train from?

Manchester to Thrapston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Thrapston?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thrapston is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Manchester to Thrapston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Thrapston train arrive?

Manchester to Thrapston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Thrapston?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Thrapston is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Manchester to Thrapston.

Where can I stay near Thrapston?

There are 426+ hotels available in Thrapston.

Manchester to Thrapston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Thrapston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
5h 8m
£77–105
Drive 123.5 mi
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1. Drive from Manchester to Thrapstoncar 123.5 mi
2h 58m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
7h 38m
£33–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Oakhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to (Corby) George Street Stop Dbus R1
5h 56m

Manchester to Thrapston by train and bus

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5h 8mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to (Thrapston) Thrapston Library via Nottingham, Kettering, Railway Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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