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

The cheapest way to get from Thatcham to Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thatcham to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs £90 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Thatcham and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Thatcham to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Green Lane and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Reading RailAir and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Thatcham and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Thatcham to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Thatcham and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Thatcham to Manchester?

The distance between Thatcham and Manchester is 194 miles. The road distance is 180.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thatcham to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Thatcham to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thatcham to Manchester bus from?

Thatcham to Manchester bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Thatcham to Manchester train from?

Thatcham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Thatcham to Manchester?

The best way to get from Thatcham to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Thatcham to Manchester bus arrive?

Thatcham to Manchester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Thatcham to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thatcham to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Thatcham to Manchester is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Thatcham to Manchester.

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

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Thatcham to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Thatcham to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 35m
£96–141
Drive 179.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thatcham to Manchestercar 179.8 mi
3h 23m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
8h 11m
£48–72
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Thatcham to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 16m
£90–284
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 14m
£66–127
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 21m
£95–204

Thatcham to Manchester by train

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Green Lane to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Station Road, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, and London Heathrow Airport in around 8h 11m.

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