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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Idle is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Idle is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Idle?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Idle. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Fourlands Drive via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Idle?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Idle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Apperley Bridge via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Idle?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Idle is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Idle without a car is to line 41 bus and train which takes 2h 8m and costs £16 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Greater Manchester to Idle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Idle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Idle?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Idle is to bus and line 60 bus which takes 2h 55m and costs £10 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Idle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Idle train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Idle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Idle?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Idle is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Greater Manchester to Idle.

Where can I stay near Idle?

There are 2577+ hotels available in Idle.

Greater Manchester to Idle - 5 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, and bus

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

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Line 41 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2h 8m
£17–30
Bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
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 Fourlands Drivebus 60 / ...
2h 55m
£11–25
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Idlecar 42.6 mi
1h
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Idletaxi 42.6 mi
1h
£90–120
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2h 28m
£20–34

Greater Manchester to Idle by bus and train

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Fourlands Drive via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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