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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wrexham is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Wrexham is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Wrexham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Wrexham. However, there are services departing from Coop Live and arriving at Nightingale House via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Wrexham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Wrexham General. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Manchester to Wrexham?

The distance between Manchester and Wrexham is 64 miles. The road distance is 53.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Wrexham without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £25 - £45.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wrexham General takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wrexham bus from?

Manchester to Wrexham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coop Live station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wrexham train from?

Manchester to Wrexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Wrexham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wrexham is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Manchester to Wrexham bus arrive?

Manchester to Wrexham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Wrexham train arrive?

Manchester to Wrexham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wrexham General station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Wrexham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Wrexham is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Manchester to Wrexham.

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

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

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Manchester to Wrexham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wrexham Generaltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Shrewsbury
1h 27m
£25–45
Drive 52.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Wrexhamcar 52.8 mi
1h 2m
£14–19
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Coop Live to Chester Bus Interchangebus Mc1
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Nightingale Housebus 1
3h 6m
£18–44
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Wrexham Generaltrain Crewe - Wrexham General / ...
1h 35m
£20–34
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
1h 56m
£16–31

Manchester to Wrexham by train

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.6 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Wrexham, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wrexham General 4 times a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coop Live to Nightingale House via Chester Bus Interchange and Railway Station in around 3h 6m.

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