What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey is to bus via Brierfield which costs £7 - £9 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bolton Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bolton Abbey. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Green via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bolton Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bolton Abbey. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

The distance between Manchester and Bolton Abbey is 69 miles. The road distance is 51.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Bolton Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £19 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bolton Abbey bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bolton Abbey train from?

Manchester to Bolton Abbey train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Manchester to Bolton Abbey bus arrive?

Manchester to Bolton Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Bolton Abbey train arrive?

Manchester to Bolton Abbey train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bolton Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bolton Abbey is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Manchester to Bolton Abbey.

Where can I stay near Bolton Abbey?

There are 1970+ hotels available in Bolton Abbey.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Bolton Abbey by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
3h 9m
£20–41
Bus via Brierfield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Arrivebus M6
4h 51m
£7–9
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Station to Greenbus 874
3h 27m
£17–31
Drive 51 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bolton Abbeycar 51 mi
1h 4m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Greenbus 874
3h 36m
£10–14

Manchester to Bolton Abbey by train and bus

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bolton Abbey, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Green via Leeds, Ilkley, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Green via Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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