What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford is to line 157 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford?

The fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton in Makerfield and Rainford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Garswood Station station and arriving at Whalley Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford?

The distance between Ashton in Makerfield and Rainford is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford without a car is to line 157 bus which takes 29 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford?

The line 157 bus from Garswood Station to Whalley Avenue takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford bus from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Garswood Station.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford bus arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Whalley Avenue station.

Can I drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford.

Where can I stay near Rainford?

There are 2590+ hotels available in Rainford.

Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford - 3 ways to travel via line 157 bus, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 157 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Garswood Station to Whalley Avenuebus 157
29 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainfordtaxi 10 mi
16 min
£23–28
Drive 10 mi
1. Drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Rainfordcar 10 mi
16 min
£3–4

Ashton in Makerfield to Rainford by bus

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Ashton in Makerfield, England and Rainford, England?

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Garswood Station to Whalley Avenue hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 29 min.

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