What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to New Lanark?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to New Lanark is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to New Lanark?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to New Lanark is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and New Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Hunters Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and New Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Carstairs via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Manchester to New Lanark?

The distance between Manchester and New Lanark is 200 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to New Lanark without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to New Lanark without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to New Lanark?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Manchester to New Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to New Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to New Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to New Lanark?

The best way to get from Manchester to New Lanark is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Manchester to New Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to New Lanark train arrive?

Manchester to New Lanark train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Manchester to New Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to New Lanark is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Manchester to New Lanark.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to New Lanark?

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Where can I stay near New Lanark?

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Manchester to New Lanark - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to New Lanark by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Glasgow Central
3h 29m
£70–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
5h 43m
£35–90
Drive 193.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to New Lanarkcar 193.3 mi
3h 22m
£48–68
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
5h 39m
£64–176
Train via Motherwell
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 45m
£82–140
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
5h 43m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
5h 29m
£73–187
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carstairstrain
6h 56m
£62–169

Manchester to New Lanark by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and New Lanark, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carstairs 6 times a week. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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