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What is the best way to travel from Canterbury to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Manchester from Canterbury. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 42m
£46
£105
4
Flight
3h 25m
£94
£125
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Canterbury?

You can reach Manchester with just £46 by taking a Train from Southeastern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £46
Friday
from £112
Saturday
from £94
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £148

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    12:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    16:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £46
  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    13:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    17:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £55
  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    14:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    18:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £160
  • Southeastern
    4h 32m
    0
    14:47
    Canterbury
    East Station
    19:19
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £160
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    23h 35m
    0
    17:40
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £117

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 0m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    01:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £112
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 15m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    21:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 10m
    0
    11:05
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £142
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 45m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    23:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £149

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 15m
    0
    17:30
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    01:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £94

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 25m
    0
    16:50
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    20:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £148

What are the fastest trips from Canterbury to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Canterbury in just 3h 25m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 42m
Friday
from 6h 10m
Saturday
from 8h 15m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 3h 25m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    12:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    16:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £46
  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    13:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    17:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £55
  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    14:23
    Canterbury
    West Station
    18:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £160
  • Southeastern
    4h 32m
    0
    14:47
    Canterbury
    East Station
    19:19
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £160
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    23h 35m
    0
    17:40
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £117

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 10m
    0
    11:05
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £142
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 15m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    21:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £116
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 45m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    23:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £149
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 0m
    0
    13:35
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    01:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £112

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 15m
    0
    17:30
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    01:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £94

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 25m
    0
    16:50
    London Southend Airport
    London Southend Airport
    20:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £148
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Canterbury to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Canterbury and Manchester?

In Canterbury, you will usually depart from East Station, Park and Ride or Chilham Train Station, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Canterbury? With 2 connections between 1 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Canterbury and Manchester, you can pay as low as £46 with a Train from Southeastern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 3h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Canterbury and Manchester are EasyJet Airline and Southeastern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Canterbury and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Blean or to Salford, and look at flights from Lydd Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Canterbury to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Canterbury and Manchester, are EasyJet Airline and Southeastern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Southeastern

Airlines: EasyJet Airline

All you need to know when you travel from Canterbury to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Canterbury to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Canterbury to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Canterbury?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Manchester from Canterbury.

How far is Manchester from Canterbury?

The distance between Canterbury and Manchester is 332.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Canterbury and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 82 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Canterbury to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £46 by taking a Train from Southeastern.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 3h 25m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Canterbury and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Canterbury and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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