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 and line 555 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 27m.

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 £21 - £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 Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rydal Water?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rydal Water. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Windermere via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rydal Water?

The distance between Manchester and Rydal Water is 89 miles. The road distance is 88.3 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 which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m 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 do I catch the Manchester to Rydal Water train from?

Manchester to Rydal Water train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Rydal Water?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rydal Water is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Rydal Water bus arrive?

Manchester to Rydal Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Manchester to Rydal Water train arrive?

Manchester to Rydal Water train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rydal Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rydal Water is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Manchester to Rydal Water.

Where can I stay near Rydal Water?

There are 3898+ hotels available in Rydal Water.

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Rydal Water by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
2h 39m
£36–61
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to White Moss Commonbus 555
4h 27m
£17–31
Drive 87.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rydal Watercar 87.8 mi
1h 40m
£22–31
Train, line 599 bus
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 / ...
2h 50m
£32–61
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to White Moss Commonbus 555
3h 5m
£32–57

Manchester to Rydal Water by train and bus

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to White Moss Common via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 27m.

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