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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Atherton is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Atherton is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Atherton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Royal Infirmary and arriving at Market Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Atherton?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Atherton is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Atherton without a car is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs £2.

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

The bus from Manchester Royal Infirmary to Market Street takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Greater Manchester to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Manchester Royal Infirmary station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Atherton bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Market Street station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Atherton is 14 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 3602+ hotels available in Atherton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Atherton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester Royal Infirmary to Market Streetbus V2
1h 4m
£2
Line 87 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Athertontrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
1h 12m
£6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Athertontaxi 14.4 mi
25 min
£30–40
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Athertoncar 14.4 mi
25 min
£4–5
Line 87 bus, train, line 582 bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Boltontrain
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Morley Streetbus 582 / ...
1h 8m
£7–12

Greater Manchester to Atherton by bus

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Distance: 15.2 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Atherton, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Manchester Royal Infirmary to Market Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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