Air Travel
- Companies: British Airways, Air Canada, WestJet
- Duration: Approximately 15-18 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: 6,000 kilometers (3,728 miles)
- Costs: Between €600 and €900 (varies by season and time of booking)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book a flight with a longer layover in Toronto to explore the city briefly and grab a meal before continuing to Stirling-Rawdon.
To travel securely and efficiently from Manchester to Stirling-Rawdon, it's best to fly. Begin your journey with a direct flight from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). From Toronto, you can take a short domestic flight or a bus service to reach your final destination.
Land Travel (Bus & Train)
- Companies: National Express (bus), VIA Rail (train)
- Duration: Approximately 40 hours (bus and train combined)
- Distance: 7,500 kilometers (4,660 miles)
- Costs: Around €200 for bus and train fares
- Roads/Routes: M6, A1, Highway 401 (Canada)
Pro Tip: Purchase a multi-journey pass to save on multiple segments of the bus and train travels; VIA Rail offers discounts for certain routes.
For those who prefer land travel, start with a bus ride from Manchester to London, then take a train from London to Dover. From there, you can board a ferry to Calais, France, then continue via train to cross into Canada by arriving at Toronto and transferring to local bus services.
Recommendation
For efficiency and ease, I recommend taking the air travel option via British Airways or Air Canada. The travel time is much quicker and allows for the possibility of exploring Toronto briefly. Ensure that you book your flights in advance to secure the best rates and confirm visa requirements for entry into Canada.