What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Hill Street via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Ardrossan Town via Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Ardrossan is 221 miles. The road distance is 232 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £85 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan bus from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan train from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 5h 24m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan train arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

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Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

There are 699+ hotels available in Ardrossan.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Ardrossan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly from Manchester Airport
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
4h 43m
£62–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
7h 39m
£38–65
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
7h 9m
£81–198
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain
5h 24m
£88–174
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester-MAN to Ardrossanrideshare 230.7 mi
4h 6m
Drive 230.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossancar 230.7 mi
4h 6m
£56–81

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ardrossan by train

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Distance: 220 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Manchester Airport (MAN), England and Ardrossan, Scotland?

easyJet, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Airport to Ardrossan Town via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 5h 24m.

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