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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ainsdale is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ainsdale is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Leamington Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Ainsdale via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ainsdale?

The distance between Manchester and Ainsdale is 41 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Ainsdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Manchester to Ainsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ainsdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ainsdale train from?

Manchester to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Ainsdale?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ainsdale is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Manchester to Ainsdale bus arrive?

Manchester to Ainsdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Manchester to Ainsdale train arrive?

Manchester to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ainsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ainsdale is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Manchester to Ainsdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Ainsdale?

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Ainsdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
1h 37m
£16–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Leamington Roadbus X2
3h 4m
£10–22
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ainsdalecar 41.8 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Ainsdaletaxi 41.8 mi
57 min
£180–220
Train via Liverpool Central
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Ainsdaletrain Liverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 45m
£20–41

Manchester to Ainsdale by train

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Ainsdale, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leamington Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station in around 3h 4m.

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