Banbury to Manchester, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.9 miles 168.9 km · straight line
134 miles actual route 215.6 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Manchester, United Kingdom?

The distance from Banbury to Manchester, United Kingdom is 104.9 miles (168.9 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, United Kingdom is located NNW of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Banbury and Manchester, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Banbury to Manchester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Manchester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m elevation
Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM