What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rydal Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Rydal Water. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at White Moss Common via Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rydal Water?

The distance between Manchester and Rydal Water is 88 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Rydal Water without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £29 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Rydal Water?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Manchester to Rydal Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rydal Water bus from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Rydal Water bus arrive?

Manchester to Rydal Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rydal Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rydal Water is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Manchester to Rydal Water.

Where can I stay near Rydal Water?

There are 3861+ hotels available in Rydal Water.

Manchester to Rydal Water - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to White Moss Commonbus 599 / ...
2h 54m
£29–51
Drive 88 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Rydal Watercar 88 mi
1h 40m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
4h 15m
£23–33
Train, line 555 bus via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to White Moss Commonbus 599 / ...
3h 4m
£27–51

Manchester to Rydal Water by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Rydal Water, England?

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station once daily. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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