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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rossendale is to line 41 bus and bus which costs £5 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Rossendale is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Rossendale station. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Bus station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Rossendale?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Rossendale is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Rossendale without a car is to line 41 bus and bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £5.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Greater Manchester to Rossendale, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Rossendale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Rossendale is 22 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3060+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Rossendale 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 21m
£5
Drive 21.6 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Rossendalecar 21.6 mi
37 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Rossendaletaxi 21.6 mi
37 min
£45–60
Line 143 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 Pilgrim Gardensbus 481 / ...
1h 32m
£8–10
Line 41 bus, bus via Vale Mill Court
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Vale Mill Courtbus X41
1h 41m

Greater Manchester to Rossendale by bus

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Grandale Street to Bus station via Victoria Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 1h 21m.

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