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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Walsall is to bus via Birmingham New Street which costs £7 - £21 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Walsall is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Walsall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Hatherton Rd. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Walsall?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Walsall. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Walsall via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Walsall?

The distance between Manchester and Walsall is 93 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Walsall without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £17 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Manchester to Walsall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Walsall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Walsall train from?

Manchester to Walsall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Walsall?

The best way to get from Manchester to Walsall is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £17 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Manchester to Walsall bus arrive?

Manchester to Walsall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hatherton Rd station.

Where does the Manchester to Walsall train arrive?

Manchester to Walsall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Walsall?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Walsall is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Manchester to Walsall.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Walsall?

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Where can I stay near Walsall?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to WalsallWolverhampton - Walsall / ...
2h 9m
£17–68
Bus via Birmingham New Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk030 / ...
3h 6m
£8–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Hatherton Rd424
2h 10m
£12–18
Drive 74.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Walsall74.7 mi
1h 26m
£19–27

Manchester to Walsall by train

217Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.2 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Walsall via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Hatherton Rd once daily. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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