The average bus between Manchester and Ashford in the Water takes 3h 24m and the fastest bus takes 2h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Manchester to Ashford in the Water. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Manchester and Ashford in the Water. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 3:22 PM which arrives into Ashford in the Water at 6:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Hazel Grove Park & Ride and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Ashford in the Water? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Ashford in the Water. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Ashford in the Water station via Hazel Grove Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Manchester to Ashford in the Water bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Ashford in the Water bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Fennel Street station.
The distance between Manchester and Ashford in the Water is 45.1 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a bus from Piccadilly to Fennel Street via Hazel Grove Park & Ride, Rising Sun, and Market Place in around 3h 12m.