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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sawley is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Sawley is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Sawley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Sawley. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Smithies Bridge via Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Sawley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Sawley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Clitheroe via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Sawley?

The distance between Manchester and Sawley is 39 miles. The road distance is 34.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Sawley without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Manchester to Sawley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sawley bus from?

Manchester to Sawley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sawley train from?

Manchester to Sawley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Sawley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sawley is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £16 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Manchester to Sawley bus arrive?

Manchester to Sawley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Sawley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Sawley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Sawley is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Manchester to Sawley.

Where can I stay near Sawley?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Sawley.

Manchester to Sawley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Sawley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
1h 59m
£17–28
Drive 34.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Sawleycar 34.7 mi
44 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus M2
2h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Sawleytaxi 34.7 mi
44 min
£75–95

Manchester to Sawley by train and bus

105Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Sawley, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Clitheroe hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Smithies Bridge via Bus Station and Interchange in around 2h 53m.

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