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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rossendale is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rossendale is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rossendale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Printworks and arriving at Bus station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Rossendale?

The distance between Manchester and Rossendale is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rossendale without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs .

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

The bus from Printworks to Bus station takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rossendale bus from?

Manchester to Rossendale bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Printworks station.

Where does the Manchester to Rossendale bus arrive?

Manchester to Rossendale bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rossendale is 19 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Manchester to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3091+ hotels available in Rossendale.

Manchester to Rossendale - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, and line 481 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Rossendale by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus stationbus X43
45 min
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Rossendalecar 18.6 mi
30 min
£5–7
Tram, line 481 bus
1. Take the tram from Market Street to Burytram Yellow Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Pilgrim Gardensbus 481 / ...
1h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Rossendaletaxi 18.6 mi
30 min
£40–50

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

The Burnley Bus Company operates a bus from Printworks to Bus station every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 45 min. The Blackburn Bus Company also services this route every 30 minutes.

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