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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to York is to bus which costs £12 - £26 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to York is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to York. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Micklegate via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and York?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to York. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at York via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to York?

The distance between Greater Manchester and York is 75 miles. The road distance is 68.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to York without a car is to line 41 bus and train which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Greater Manchester to York, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to York?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to York is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to York bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to York is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Greater Manchester to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1946+ hotels available in York.

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

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

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Line 41 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Victoria Rail Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 12m
£27–47
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 Micklegatebus 843 / ...
4h 5m
£13–26
Drive 67.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Yorkcar 67.9 mi
1h 29m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Yorktrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2h 22m
£26–47
Train via Horton Road
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
2h 32m
£25–42

Greater Manchester to York by bus and train

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Micklegate via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to York hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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