How to get to Manchester from Royal Tunbridge Wells

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Compare train, coach and flight for Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £359.

Distance: 312 km

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£81

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£34

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£359

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£60

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3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

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30m

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7h 2m

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6h 32m

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3h 39m

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1h 39m

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2h 0m

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4h 43m

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Avanti West Coast

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British Airways

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The cheapest way to travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester:

A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester costing on average £81.

A coach is £325 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester costing on average £359.

The fastest way to travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Coach takes on average 7h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Manchester including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 6h 32m versus 4h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester

How to get to Manchester from Royal Tunbridge Wells by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Southeastern
    19:115h01
    Royal Tunbridge Wells
    0:12Manchester
    £1091One-way
    3 changes

Cheapest

  • Southeastern
    19:115h01
    Royal Tunbridge Wells
    0:12Manchester
    £1091One-way
    3 changes

Fastest

  • Southeastern
    19:115h01
    Royal Tunbridge Wells
    0:12Manchester
    £1091One-way
    3 changes

Other options

  • Southeastern
    21:196h23
    Royal Tunbridge Wells
    3:42Manchester
    £1951One-way
    3 changes
  • Southeastern
    22:056h51
    Royal Tunbridge Wells
    4:56Manchester
    £1951One-way
    3 changes

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FAQs: Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester

Travel to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester.

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There are 3 options to travel between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Manchester including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester:

A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester costing on average £81.

A coach is £325 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester costing on average £359.

The fastest way to travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Coach takes on average 7h 2m.

The Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester distance is approximately 312 km.
The average frequency per day from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 15 coaches per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Manchester as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
  • Trains mostly depart from Tunbridge Wells (TBW) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Manchester by train.
  • Travel with Loganair, British Airways to go to Manchester by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Manchester by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct flights per day with British Airways.
  • 8 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Manchester and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

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