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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to bus which costs £11 - £30 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Transport Hub and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Stroud to Manchester?

The distance between Stroud and Manchester is 146 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £28 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Stroud to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Manchester bus from?

Stroud to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Manchester train from?

Stroud to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £28 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £30 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Stroud to Manchester bus arrive?

Stroud to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Stroud to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stroud to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Manchester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Stroud to Manchester.

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

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

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Stroud to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 51m
£28–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
6h 13m
£12–30
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Manchester140.4 mi
2h 35m
£35–50
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 11m
£93–334
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 40m
£24–55

Stroud to Manchester by train

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–120 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Shudehill Interchange via Transport Hub and Newhall St in around 6h 13m.

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