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Manchester to Stanstead

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3 h 39 min
321 km.
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Manchester, Great Britain → Stanstead, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Manchester to Stanstead

Cheapest
3 h 39 min
Car
321 km.
from $17
Other
6 h 23 min
249 km.
from $175.34
8 h 37 min
249 km.
from $131.58
7 h 13 min
Train, Bus
248 km.
from $148.22
7 h 39 min
248 km.
from $258.35

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneaton
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$151.89

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ely
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$120.25

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$60.76
Bus from Liverpool Street Station to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Nuneaton to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Doncaster to Peterborough
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.60–$126.58

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$54.43

Grand Central Trains

Phone:
+44 345 603 4852
Email:
Website:
grandcentralrail.com/
Train from Doncaster to Peterborough
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Peterborough to Bury
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Train from Cambridge to Bury
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from Liverpool Street Station to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72

Hedingham & Chambers

Phone:
+44 330 102 0801
Email:
Website:
hedinghamandchambers.co.uk/
Bus from Tayfen Terrace to Scotchford
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.32–$7.59

Airport Bus Express

Phone:
0044 (0) 1279681984
Email:
Website:
airportbusexpress.co.uk/
Bus from Liverpool Street Station to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$23.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to drive which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Stanway Close via Liverpool Street Station, London Stansted Airport, Osborne Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stanstead?

The distance between Manchester and Stanstead is 334 km. The road distance is 321.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Manchester to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stanstead bus from?

Manchester to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stanstead is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Manchester to Stanstead bus arrive?

Manchester to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stanstead is 322 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Manchester to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 387+ hotels available in Stanstead. Prices start at $54.63 per night.
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