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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall station. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Bus station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Rawtenstall is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall without a car is to line 41 bus and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall?

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

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2454+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstall by bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Line 41 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
1h 17m
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstallcar 20.5 mi
31 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Rawtenstalltaxi 20.5 mi
31 min
£45–55
Line 87 bus, tram, line 481 bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Piccadilly Gardensbus 43 / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Burytram
3. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Bus stationbus 481 / ...
1h 44m
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Charlotte Streetbus 111
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus stationbus X43
2h 5m

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Grandale Street to Bus station via Victoria Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 1h 17m.

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