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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Helmshore is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Helmshore is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Helmshore?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Helmshore. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Gregory Fold via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Helmshore?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Helmshore is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Helmshore without a car is to tram and line 481 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs £7 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Greater Manchester to Helmshore, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Helmshore bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Grandale Street station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Helmshore bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Helmshore bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Victoria Rail Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Helmshore?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Helmshore is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Helmshore.

Where can I stay near Helmshore?

There are 2833+ hotels available in Helmshore.

Greater Manchester to Helmshore - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 481 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Helmshore by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, line 481 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Burytram Blue Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Crow Wood Roadbus 481 / ...
1h 33m
£8–10
Drive 20.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Helmshorecar 20.4 mi
31 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Helmshoretaxi 20.4 mi
31 min
£45–55
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Gregory Foldbus X41
1h 47m

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Grandale Street to Gregory Fold via Victoria Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 1h 47m.

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