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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to line 64 bus and bus which costs £15 - £27 and takes 6h.

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 36m and costs £35 - £55.

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 Gloucester and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Stroud to Manchester?

The distance between Stroud and Manchester is 143 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 59m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m 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 Stagecoach West, depart from Merrywalks station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stroud to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 64 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £27 and takes 6h.

Where does the Stroud to Manchester bus arrive?

Stroud to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Transport Hub arrival station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Manchester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Stroud to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3641+ hotels available in Manchester.

Stroud to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 59m
£64–100
Line 64 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
6h
£16–26
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Manchestercar 140.4 mi
2h 36m
£35–51
Line 64 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 33m
£59–103
Line 64 bus, bus via Golden Valley Hotel
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 2m
£29–69

Stroud to Manchester by bus and train

28Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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 £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Shudehill Interchange via Transport Hub arrival, Gloucester, and Newhall Street in around 6h.

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