What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale is to bus which costs £10 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Night Std station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lancaster and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

The distance between Lancaster and Manchester Arndale is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

The train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Road takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Manchester Arndale bus from?

Lancaster to Manchester Arndale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Manchester Arndale train from?

Lancaster to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £26 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Lancaster to Manchester Arndale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Manchester Arndale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Manchester Arndale is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale.

How do I get a train ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Arndale?

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Lancaster to Manchester Arndale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lancaster to Manchester Arndale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 7m
£18–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
1h 30m
£10–26
Drive 52.5 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Manchester Arndalecar 52.5 mi
1h 1m
£13–19
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 10m
£18–40
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Victoriatrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Victoria
1h 12m
£20–40

Lancaster to Manchester Arndale by train and foot

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Manchester Arndale, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 53 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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