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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Kirkby via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Manchester to Kirkby?

The distance between Manchester and Kirkby is 39 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Kirkby without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Manchester to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Kirkby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Kirkby train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Manchester to Kirkby is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 1h 16m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 19 bus, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Manchester to Kirkby bus arrive?

Manchester to Kirkby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Manchester to Kirkby train arrive?

Manchester to Kirkby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Kirkby is 31 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Manchester to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

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Manchester to Kirkby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Kirkby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Kirkbytrain Liverpool Central - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
1h 16m
£15–31
Drive 30.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Kirkbycar 30.4 mi
42 min
£8–11
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
2h 35m
£9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Kirkbytaxi 30.4 mi
42 min
£65–80
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 23m
£13–22
Bus, line 34 bus, line 297 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to World of Glassbus 34
3. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 297
3h 22m

Manchester to Kirkby by train and foot

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Distance: 39.1 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Kirkby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Kirkby Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 35m.

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