What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton Abbey and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton Abbey to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Green and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton Abbey and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton Abbey to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

The distance between Bolton Abbey and Manchester is 69 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton Abbey to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £23 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton Abbey to Manchester bus from?

Bolton Abbey to Manchester bus services, operated by York Pullman Bus Company, depart from Green station.

Where do I catch the Bolton Abbey to Manchester train from?

Bolton Abbey to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.

Train or bus from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Bolton Abbey to Manchester bus arrive?

Bolton Abbey to Manchester bus services, operated by York Pullman Bus Company, arrive at Headrow N station.

Where does the Bolton Abbey to Manchester train arrive?

Bolton Abbey to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Bolton Abbey to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton Abbey to Manchester is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Bolton Abbey to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3640+ hotels available in Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bolton Abbey to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 36m
£24–50
Drive 51.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton Abbey to Manchestercar 51.1 mi
1h 4m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green to Headrow Nbus 874
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 2m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Green to Station Cbus 874
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 38m
Bus via Brierfield
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus Stationbus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3h 24m

Bolton Abbey to Manchester by bus and train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Bolton Abbey, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Green to Manchester Victoria via Ilkley Bus Station, Ilkley, and Leeds in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Green to Manchester Central Coach Station via Headrow N and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 3h 2m.

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