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 £10 - £17 and takes 3h 46m.

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 3h 46m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Otley?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Otley is 61 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 and line 34 bus which takes 3h 45m and costs £15 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m 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 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.

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 2860+ hotels available in Otley.

Greater Manchester to Otley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 34 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the bus from City Square to Otley Bus Stationbus 34
3h 45m
£16–25
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
3h 46m
£11–17
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, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Shipley to Otleybus A3
4h 15m

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

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 3h 46m.

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