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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Manchester is to line 86 bus and bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £19 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Manchester. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rugby and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Rugby to Manchester?

The distance between Rugby and Manchester is 101 miles. The road distance is 114.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £19 - £75.

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

The train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Manchester bus from?

Rugby to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from North Street station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Rugby to Manchester?

The best way to get from Rugby to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £19 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 86 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Rugby to Manchester bus arrive?

Rugby to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Transport Museum station.

Where does the Rugby to Manchester train arrive?

Rugby to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Manchester is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Rugby to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3516+ hotels available in Manchester.

Rugby to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 86 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 18m
£19–75
Line 86 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Street to Transport Museumbus 86
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980
3h 57m
£13–48
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Manchestercar 113.9 mi
2h 6m
£28–41
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 56m
£23–160

Rugby to Manchester by train

107Weekly Trains

1h 18mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £19–75 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Shudehill Interchange via Transport Museum and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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