What is the cheapest way to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall?

The cheapest way to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall is to bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall?

The fastest way to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Alderley Edge and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Bus station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Alderley Edge and Rawtenstall is 32 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall without a car?

The best way to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £8 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall bus from?

Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester Airport station.

Where does the Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall bus arrive?

Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall is 32 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall.

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2348+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall by train, bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadillytrain Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
1h 49m
£8–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
2h 15m
£6–8
Train, tram, line 481 bus
1. Take the train from Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Burytram
3. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Railway Stationbus 481 / ...
2h 15m
£10–16
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstallcar 31.7 mi
48 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alderley Edge to Rawtenstalltaxi 31.7 mi
48 min
£140–170

Alderley Edge to Rawtenstall by train and bus

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Alderley Edge, England and Rawtenstall, England?

You can take a train from Alderley Edge to Bus station via Manchester Airport, Manchester Airport, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 15m.

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