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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Downham is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Downham is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Downham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Downham. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sawley Road via Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Downham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Downham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Clitheroe via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to Downham?

The distance between Manchester and Downham is 37 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Downham without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Manchester to Downham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Downham bus from?

Manchester to Downham bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Downham train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Downham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Downham is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £16 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Downham bus arrive?

Manchester to Downham bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Downham train arrive?

Manchester to Downham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Clitheroe station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Downham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Downham is 34 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Manchester to Downham.

Where can I stay near Downham?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Downham.

Manchester to Downham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Downham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
1h 55m
£17–28
Drive 34.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Downhamcar 34.2 mi
45 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus M2
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Downhamtaxi 34.2 mi
45 min
£75–90

Manchester to Downham by train and bus

105Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Downham, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroe hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sawley Road via Bus Station and Interchange in around 2h 50m.

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