What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Dundee Slessor Gardens and arriving at Horton Road via Glasgow and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Dundee and Greater Manchester is 279 miles. The road distance is 269.1 miles.

How do I travel from Dundee to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 37m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Greater Manchester bus from?

Dundee to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Greater Manchester train from?

Dundee to Greater Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 37m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Dundee to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Dundee to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundee to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Dundee to Greater Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Greater Manchester is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Dundee to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3604+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 7 ways to get from Dundee to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 37m
£81–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 45m
£37–56
Drive 267.5 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Greater Manchestercar 267.5 mi
4h 42m
£66–96
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
6h 8m
£86–192
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 49m
£67–97
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
5h 29m
£100–261
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 54m
£90–205

Dundee to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 277.6 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to St Mary's via Haymarket, Manchester Oxford Road, and Oxford Road Station in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Horton Road via Buchanan Bus Stn, Glasgow, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 7h 45m.

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