Best way to get from Stretford to Manchester
Find the best ways to travel from Stretford to Manchester. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Stretford to Manchester. The journey covers approximately 6 kilometers, with an estimated travel time of 15 minutes and an average price of £11.
Public transportation: The Metrolink tram service operates from Stretford tram stop on the Altrincham Line. Trams run every 12 minutes, taking approximately 21 minutes to reach Manchester Piccadilly. The distance covered is around 6 miles, with a price of approximately £4.
Bus service: The line 256 bus departs from Sevenways in Stretford and arrives at Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester. The journey takes about 30 minutes, covering a distance of roughly 5 miles, with a price of approximately £3.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Stretford and Manchester, offering a travel time of around 25 minutes for a distance of approximately 5 miles. Prices typically start at £5.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Manchester
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Stretford to Manchester. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Stretford to Manchester
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Stretford to Manchester, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Manchester in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Stretford in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
15 minutes
Average Route Price
£11
Average Route Distance
6 kilometers
How to get from Stretford to Manchester
Compare ride options getting from Stretford to Manchester. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
£11
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
£20
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
£20
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Stretford to Manchester for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Stretford?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Stretford anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Stretford to Manchester?
The average price for this trip is £11. Open the Uber app and input Manchester in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Stretford to Manchester?
The most affordable ride choice from Stretford to Manchester is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Stretford to Manchester?
The average duration for this ride is 15 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Stretford. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Manchester. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Stretford?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Stretford, you can request a ride from Stretford anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Stretford to Manchester?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Stretford. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Manchester. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
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