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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Clifton is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Clifton is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Clifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Dungannon Road via Nottingham station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Clifton?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Nottingham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Manchester to Clifton?

The distance between Manchester and Clifton is 88 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Clifton without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Manchester to Clifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Clifton bus from?

Manchester to Clifton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Clifton train from?

Manchester to Clifton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Clifton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Clifton is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Manchester to Clifton bus arrive?

Manchester to Clifton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Clifton train arrive?

Manchester to Clifton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Clifton is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Manchester to Clifton.

Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 1790+ hotels available in Clifton.

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Clifton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2h 21m
£40–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk079
3h 19m
£10–17
Drive 72.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cliftoncar 72.6 mi
1h 50m
£18–26

Manchester to Clifton by train and bus

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.3 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Clifton, Nottingham, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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