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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Otley is to bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Otley is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Otley?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Otley station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Otley Bus Station 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 Otley?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Otley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Guiseley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Otley?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Otley is 59 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Otley without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Greater Manchester to Otley, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Otley?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Otley is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Otley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Otley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Otley?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Otley is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Greater Manchester to Otley.

Where can I stay near Otley?

There are 2835+ hotels available in Otley.

Greater Manchester to Otley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Otley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2h 48m
£18–31
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 Otley Bus Stationbus X84
2h 55m
£10–16
Drive 49.1 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Otleycar 49.1 mi
1h 13m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Otleytaxi 49.1 mi
1h 13m
£210–260
Train, line 34 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square F to Otley Bus Stationbus 34
3h 22m
£16–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange to Otleybus A3
4h 2m

Greater Manchester to Otley by bus and train

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Distance: 59 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Otley, Leeds, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Otley Bus Station via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 55m.

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