What is the cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester is to bus which costs £6 - £16 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Sutton Coldfield and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Riland Rd and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sutton Coldfield and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Sutton Coldfield and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Manchester is 89 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

How do I travel from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to Manchester bus from?

Sutton Coldfield to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Riland Rd station.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham Coach Station, which costs £9 - £26 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Manchester bus arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Manchester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at The Square Peg station.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutton Coldfield to Manchester is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester?

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Sutton Coldfield to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sutton Coldfield 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 12m
£16–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill InterchangeUk076 / ...
3h 37m
£6–16
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Riland Rd to The Square PegX4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
3h 35m
£9–26
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to Manchester80.7 mi
1h 45m
£21–30

Sutton Coldfield to Manchester by train

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Distance: 88.9 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Sutton Coldfield, 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 Riland Rd to Manchester Central Coach Station via The Square Peg and Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 35m.

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