What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 58 min and costs £18 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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 Piccadilly Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lancaster and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The distance between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly Station is 52 miles. The road distance is 53.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 58 min and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £26 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station train arrive?

Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
58 min
£18–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
1h 26m
£10–26
Drive 53.1 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Stationcar 53.1 mi
1h 3m
£13–19
Train via Deansgate
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Deansgatetrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 11m
£21–39

Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train

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Distance: 51.9 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 58 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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