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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Manchester is to line 4 bus and bus via Newhall St which costs £6 - £16 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Solihull to Manchester?

The distance between Solihull and Manchester is 89 miles. The road distance is 91.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £11 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Solihull to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Manchester bus from?

Solihull to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Lode Lane station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Manchester train from?

Solihull to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Manchester?

The best way to get from Solihull to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £11 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs £9 - £26 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Solihull to Manchester bus arrive?

Solihull to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Solihull to Manchester train arrive?

Solihull to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Manchester is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Solihull to Manchester.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 11m
£12–63
Line 4 bus, bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Church Centre4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
3h 47m
£6–16
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lode Lane to Birmingham Coach Station4
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
3h 21m
£9–26
Drive 91.1 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Manchester91.1 mi
1h 53m
£23–34

Solihull to Manchester by train and foot

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.4 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £12–55 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lode Lane to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 21m.

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