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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Visitor Centre via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Harrogate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Manchester to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Manchester and Fountains Abbey is 76 miles. The road distance is 65.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Manchester to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Fountains Abbey?

The best way to get from Manchester to Fountains Abbey is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Manchester to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Fountains Abbey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Fountains Abbey is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Manchester to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Manchester to Fountains Abbey - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Fountains 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 Harrogatetrain Leeds - York / ...
2h 10m
£48–77
Drive 65.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Fountains Abbeycar 65.3 mi
1h 30m
£16–23
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 Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
3h 57m
Train, line 36 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Harrogatetrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
3h 29m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Visitor Centrebus 820
4h 4m
£20–36

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Distance: 75.4 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Fountains Abbey via Leeds and Harrogate in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Fountains Abbey via Leeds City Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 2, and Visitor Centre in around 3h 57m.

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