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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West Midlands to Manchester

Composite routes from West Midlands to Manchester

Cheapest
1 h 29 min
Car
133 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Centenary Way to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

NX West Midlands

Phone:
0121 254 7272
Email:
travelcare@nationalexpress.com
Website:
nxbus.co.uk
Bus from Blue Gates to Markets
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.16–$4.30

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Wolverhampton to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$139.24

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Wolverhampton to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.44–$54.43

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Manchester is to bus which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Blue Gates and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Centenary Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Manchester?

The distance between West Midlands and Manchester is 126 km. The road distance is 133.7 km.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $30.43 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from West Midlands to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Manchester bus from?

West Midlands to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Centenary Way station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Manchester train from?

West Midlands to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from West Midlands to Manchester?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $30.43 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the West Midlands to Manchester bus arrive?

West Midlands to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

What is the time difference between West Midlands and Manchester?

It is currently 02:02 at both, West Midlands and Manchester.

Where does the West Midlands to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Midlands to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Manchester is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from West Midlands to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Manchester?

Book your West Midlands to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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