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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Elterwater is to bus and line 555 bus and line 516 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Elterwater is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at The Britannia Inn via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Manchester to Elterwater?

The distance between Manchester and Elterwater is 92 miles. The road distance is 89.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Elterwater without a car is to train and line 516 bus via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 36m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Manchester to Elterwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Elterwater bus from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Elterwater bus arrive?

Manchester to Elterwater bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Can I drive from Manchester to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Elterwater is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Manchester to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3897+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Manchester to Elterwater - 4 ways to travel via train, line 516 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 516 bus via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Britannia Innbus 516
3h 36m
£32–57
Bus, line 555 bus, line 516 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Britannia Innbus 516
4h 58m
£16–31
Drive 88.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Elterwatercar 88.9 mi
1h 40m
£22–32
Train, line 516 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
2. Take the bus from Thwaite Lane to The Britannia Innbus 516
3h 40m
£36–61

Manchester to Elterwater by train and bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to The Britannia Inn via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 58m.

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