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

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £19 - £23.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Horton Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Greater Manchester is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester without a car is to tram and line 142 bus which takes 43 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester.

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester - 5 ways to travel via tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, line 142 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadilly Gardenstram Blue Line
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to St Mary'sbus 42A / ...
43 min
£5–6
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchestercar 7.7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Line 219 bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Cavendish Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 5m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchestertaxi 7.7 mi
17 min
£19–23
Tram, line 111 bus
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadilly Gardenstram Blue Line
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Maine Roadbus 111 / ...
55 min
£5–6

Ashton-under-Lyne to Greater Manchester by tram and bus

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Horton Road via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 5m.

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