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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rainford is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rainford is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rainford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Dickinson Street and arriving at Whalley Avenue via Leigh Bus Station and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rainford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Central and arriving at Rainford. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Rainford?

The distance between Manchester and Rainford is 24 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rainford without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £17.

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

The train from Salford Central to Rainford takes 54 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rainford bus from?

Manchester to Rainford bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Dickinson Street station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rainford train from?

Manchester to Rainford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Central station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Rainford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rainford is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 34 bus, which costs and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Rainford bus arrive?

Manchester to Rainford bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Rainford train arrive?

Manchester to Rainford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rainford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rainford is 27 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Manchester to Rainford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Rainford?

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Where can I stay near Rainford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Rainford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Central to Rainfordtrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
54 min
£9–17
Drive 27.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Rainfordcar 27.2 mi
37 min
£7–10
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F to World of Glassbus 329
3. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Whalley Avenuebus 38A / ...
1h 34m
£9–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Rainfordtaxi 27.2 mi
37 min
£55–70
Bus, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Dickinson Street to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to World of Glassbus 34
2h 27m

Manchester to Rainford by train

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Distance: 23.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Central to Rainford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickinson Street to Whalley Avenue via Leigh Bus Station, World of Glass, and Chalon Way West in around 2h 27m.

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