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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Elsecar?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Elsecar. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Elsecar?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Elsecar. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Elsecar via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Elsecar?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Elsecar is 56 miles. The road distance is 37.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £16 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Elsecar bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Greater Manchester to Elsecar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Elsecar?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Elsecar bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Elsecar bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Elsecar train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Elsecar train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Elsecar?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Elsecar is 37 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Elsecar.

Where can I stay near Elsecar?

There are 1332+ hotels available in Elsecar.

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Elsecar by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Elsecartrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
2h 6m
£17–37
Drive 37.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Elsecarcar 37.2 mi
53 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31 / ...
3h 42m
£13–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Elsecartaxi 37.2 mi
53 min
£160–200

Greater Manchester to Elsecar by bus and train

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Distance: 55.4 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Elsecar via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Elsecar via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall in around 3h 42m.

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