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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn is to bus and line 168 bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Fairburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Fairburn. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Ferry Fryston via Manchester Central Coach Station, Cultural C and Castleford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Fairburn?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Fairburn. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Castleford via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Fairburn?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Fairburn is 52 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Fairburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Fairburn?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 168 bus, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Fairburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Fairburn train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Fairburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Castleford station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Fairburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Fairburn is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Greater Manchester to Fairburn.

Where can I stay near Fairburn?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Fairburn.

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There are 3 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Fairburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castlefordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 38m
£19–33
Bus, line 168 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cultural C to Castleford Bus Stationbus 168 / ...
3h 21m
£11–25
Drive 53.4 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Fairburncar 53.4 mi
1h 22m
£13–19

Greater Manchester to Fairburn by bus and train

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Castleford hourly. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Ferry Fryston via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Cultural C, and Castleford Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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