What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham is to bus which costs £10 - £19 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Birmingham is 87 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Cavendish Street station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham.

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 23m
£32–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk076 / ...
4h 15m
£11–19
Line 219 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cavendish Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 18m
£19–42
Drive 83.8 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Birminghamcar 83.8 mi
1h 44m
£21–30

Ashton-under-Lyne to Birmingham by tram and train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Birmingham Coach Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 3h 18m.

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