6-Day England Road Trip from Manchester traveling west to Preston

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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through England.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in England. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 4 nights in Manchester and 1 night in Preston, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Manchester, Stafford, and Preston. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Manchester, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in England, including the stunning Science and Industry Museum and Heaton Park.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in England. From the magnificent Chester Zoo to the breathtaking Royal Albert Dock Liverpool and Blackpool Tower, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Blackpool Zoo and learn more about the unique Tebay Services (Southbound) to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Manchester, Stafford, and Preston, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in England.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in England. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through England.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in England.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything England has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of England. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in England extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in England fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in England today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Preston - city in United KingdomPreston / 1 night
Aerial drone view of Manchester city in UK on a beautiful sunny day.Manchester / 4 nights
Cheshire West and Chester - region in United KingdomCheshire West and Chester
Photo of aerial view of the city of Liverpool in United Kingdom.Liverpool

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Attractions

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Liverpool, North West England, England, United KingdomRoyal Albert Dock Liverpool
Sign above the entrance to Chester Zoo.Chester Zoo
Tebay Services (Southbound)
Photo of aerial view of the Blackpool Tower with the Central pier in the background located in Blackpool, UK.The Blackpool Tower
Photo of Science and Industry Museum sign, Manchester, UK.Science and Industry Museum
Photo of pink flamingos at Blackpool zoo, UK.Blackpool Zoo
Photo of aerial view of beautiful Heaton Park, Manchester ,UK.Heaton Park
Cavern Club, Liverpool, North West England, England, United KingdomCavern Club
Photo of World Museum and the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, England.World Museum
National Trust - Dunham Massey, Dunham Massey, Trafford, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomNational Trust - Dunham Massey
Photo of waterside of Liverpool dominated by the museum of Liverpool, England.Museum of Liverpool
Photo of aerial view of Blackpool with north pier and Blackpool Tower, UK.North Pier
Photo of the Italian gardens at Trentham in Staffordshire, UK.Trentham Gardens
Photo of Manchester Art Gallery, UK.Manchester Art Gallery
Chester CathedralChester Cathedral
The Liverpool Waterfront UK, Liverpool, North West England, England, United KingdomThe Liverpool Waterfront
Trafford Palazzo
National Trust - Biddulph Grange Garden, Biddulph, Staffordshire Moorlands, Staffordshire, West Midlands, England, United KingdomNational Trust - Biddulph Grange Garden
Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomCathedral Gardens
Photo of Peel Park is a public urban park in Salford, Greater Manchester, England.Peel Park, Salford

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small car
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Day 1

Day 1 – Manchester - arrival day

  • Manchester - Arrival day
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  • Cathedral Gardens
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Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Manchester has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Cathedral Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester, Fazenda Manchester. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers.

Locals recommend Flight Club Manchester as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

Manchester also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Royal Exchange Theatre. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,968 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Port Street Beer House. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

Locals also enjoy THE BRITONS PROTECTION. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in England!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Urmston and Manchester

  • Manchester
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Drive 68 km, 2 hours 17 min

  • National Trust - Dunham Massey
  • Trafford Palazzo
  • Science and Industry Museum
  • Manchester Art Gallery
  • Heaton Park
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Manchester has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Manchester by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Manchester. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Manchester, like the extraordinary National Trust - Dunham Massey. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,384 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Manchester is the spectacular Trafford Palazzo. This attraction is a shopping mall and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,534 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Science and Industry Museum. This science museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,320 visitors. Up to 830,000 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Manchester Art Gallery is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Manchester. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,000 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Heaton Park. Heaton Park is an english country house and popular attraction in Manchester. More than 14,059 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Manchester does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Manchester on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Richmond Tea Rooms, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,025 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Manchester is the popular Browns Manchester. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Manchester is Trof Northern Quarter. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Rain Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Manchester for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers.

Café Beermoth | Craft Beer Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,517 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Manchester is Peaky Blinders Manchester. Peaky Blinders Manchester has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,781 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Manchester!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Stafford, Biddulph, Chester, and Manchester

  • Cheshire West and Chester
  • Manchester
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Drive 233 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • National Trust - Biddulph Grange Garden
  • Trentham Gardens
  • Chester Zoo
  • Chester Cathedral
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On day 3 of your road trip across England, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Stafford. You’ll stay in Stafford for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Stafford. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 12,057 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Stafford is the 5-star The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,971 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Stafford is the 3-star ibis Manchester Centre 96 Portland Street Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 7,207 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Stafford, like the outstanding Trentham Gardens. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,401 visitors.

Come to Stafford prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Stafford.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Stafford.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like The Molly House, after your day of exploring the city of Stafford. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Stafford. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stafford is Sam's Chop House. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

Locals recommend Atlas Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Stafford, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,543 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Stafford, The Gas Lamp. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,116 customers.

Albert's Shed, Castlefield is also one of the best bars in the city of Stafford. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in England.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Liverpool and Preston

  • Liverpool
  • Preston
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Drive 119 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • World Museum
  • Cavern Club
  • Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
  • Museum of Liverpool
  • The Liverpool Waterfront
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Day 4 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Liverpool and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Preston. You will stay in Preston for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Liverpool is the amazing World Museum. As such, over 605,601 people visit World Museum yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,960 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible bar, Cavern Club. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,941 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Liverpool is the outstanding Royal Albert Dock Liverpool. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,352 visitors. Approximately 605,601 travelers come to Liverpool every year to see the stunning World Museum with their own eyes.

The spectacular Museum of Liverpool is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,961 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Liverpool Waterfront. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,141 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Liverpool by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in England. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Preston, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Turtle Bay Preston, one of the best restaurants in the city of Preston. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,728 customers.

Locals also recommend Bistrot Pierre as one of the best restaurants in the city of Preston. Bistrot Pierre is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Preston is The Cafe Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

After dinner, visit Black Horse, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Preston. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Wings & Beer Co. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 727 customers.

Alternatively, FORUM BAR & KITCHEN is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Preston. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Blackpool, Greenholme, and Manchester

  • Manchester
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Blackpool Zoo
  • North Pier
  • The Blackpool Tower
  • Tebay Services (Southbound)
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Preston and embark on a scenic drive to Manchester, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Preston and Greenholme before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Preston. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful North Pier. This attraction is a pier that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 10,835 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Blackpool Tower. This attraction, a beloved observation tower, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,177 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Blackpool and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Greenholme has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Tebay Services (Southbound). This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,093 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Greenholme, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Manchester. When you arrive in Manchester you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like MR THOMAS'S CHOP HOUSE. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,227 customers.

After dinner, visit TNQ - The Northern Quarter Restaurant & Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Manchester, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Manchester and Salford - departure day

  • Manchester - Departure day
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  • Peel Park, Salford
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Day 6 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Manchester before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Peel Park, Salford is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Manchester. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,745 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Manchester and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You’ll then say farewell to Manchester. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!

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