What is the cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Durham (Land) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham (Land) to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Bus Station Stand E, Bus Station Stand D and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Durham (Land) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Durham (Land) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland and arriving at Manchester Victoria via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

The distance between Durham (Land) and Manchester is 129 miles. The road distance is 110 miles.

How do I travel from Durham (Land) to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Manchester bus from?

Durham (Land) to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Manchester train from?

Durham (Land) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Durham (Land) to Manchester bus arrive?

Durham (Land) to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Durham (Land) to Manchester train arrive?

Durham (Land) to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Durham (Land) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham (Land) to Manchester is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Durham (Land) to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3600+ hotels available in Manchester.

Durham (Land) to Manchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham (Land) to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 47m
£45–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
6h 52m
£24–60
Drive 109.4 mi
1. Drive from Durham (Land) to Manchestercar 109.4 mi
2h 18m
£27–39

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Distance: 128.1 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Durham (Land), England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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