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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Leigh is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £70 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Leigh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Royal Infirmary and arriving at Leigh Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Leigh?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Leigh is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.4 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Leigh bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Leigh bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Leigh is 15 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3575+ hotels available in Leigh.

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

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1. Take the bus from Manchester Royal Infirmary to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
1h 4m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Leightaxi 15.3 mi
27 min
£70–85
Drive 15.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Leighcar 15.3 mi
27 min
£4–6
Line 143 bus, train, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3. Take the bus from Newton-le-Willows Interchange to Leigh Bus Stationbus 34
1h 22m

Greater Manchester to Leigh by bus

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

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

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