What is the cheapest way to get from Gretna to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Manchester is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from School and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Gretna to Manchester?

The distance between Gretna and Manchester is 130 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gretna to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Gretna to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Gretna to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Gretna to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Manchester bus from?

Gretna to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Manchester train from?

Gretna to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Gretna to Manchester?

The best way to get from Gretna to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Gretna to Manchester bus arrive?

Gretna to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Gretna to Manchester train arrive?

Gretna to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Gretna to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Manchester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Gretna to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Gretna to Manchester?

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Gretna to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gretna to Manchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 50m
£44–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
4h 39m
£23–55
Drive 127.8 mi
1. Drive from Gretna to Manchestercar 127.8 mi
2h 11m
£32–45
Train via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 25m
£52–92

Gretna to Manchester by train

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Distance: 129.6 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Gretna, Scotland and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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