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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle is to bus and line 685 bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Haltwhistle?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Haltwhistle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Westgate via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Haltwhistle?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Haltwhistle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Haltwhistle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Haltwhistle?

The distance between Manchester and Haltwhistle is 144 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Haltwhistle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Haltwhistle train from?

Manchester to Haltwhistle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Haltwhistle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 685 bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Haltwhistle bus arrive?

Manchester to Haltwhistle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Haltwhistle train arrive?

Manchester to Haltwhistle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Haltwhistle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Haltwhistle is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Manchester to Haltwhistle.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Haltwhistle?

Book your Manchester to Haltwhistle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Haltwhistle?

There are 530+ hotels available in Haltwhistle.

Manchester to Haltwhistle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 685 bus

How to get fromManchester to Haltwhistle

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 49m
£53–91
Bus, line 685 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Westgatebus 685
4h 48m
£24–57
Drive 130.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Haltwhistlecar 130.6 mi
2h 30m
£32–46
Train via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 24m
£58–102

Manchester to Haltwhistle by train

99Weekly Trains

2h 49mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Haltwhistle.

Launch map view

Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Westgate via Bus Station in around 4h 48m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.