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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Whitstable is to bus which costs £15 - £55 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Manchester to Whitstable?

The distance between Manchester and Whitstable is 242 miles. The road distance is 250.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Manchester to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitstable bus from?

Manchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Manchester to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £55 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Manchester to Whitstable bus arrive?

Manchester to Whitstable bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Whitstable is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Manchester to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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Manchester to Whitstable - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Whitstable by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 25m
£55–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London VictoriaUk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach022 / ...
8h 24m
£15–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London VictoriaUk023 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to WhitstableLondon Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
7h 9m
£23–83
Drive 248.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Whitstable248.6 mi
4h 47m
£61–88
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
4h 56m
£84–272
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstable
6h 49m
£203–415
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstable
7h 22m
£80–201
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
5h 56m
£98–270

Manchester to Whitstable by train and foot

102Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whitstable via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach in around 8h 24m.

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