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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Westhoughton is to line 8 bus and line 521 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Westhoughton is to train which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Westhoughton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Westhoughton. However, there are services departing from Barton Arcade and arriving at The Fairways via Farnworth Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Westhoughton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate and arriving at Westhoughton. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Westhoughton?

The distance between Manchester and Westhoughton is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Westhoughton without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Deansgate to Westhoughton takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Westhoughton bus from?

Manchester to Westhoughton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Barton Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Westhoughton train from?

Manchester to Westhoughton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Westhoughton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Westhoughton is to train which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and line 521 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Westhoughton bus arrive?

Manchester to Westhoughton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Brackley Street station.

Where does the Manchester to Westhoughton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Westhoughton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Westhoughton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Manchester to Westhoughton.

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

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Manchester to Westhoughton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 8 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Westhoughtontrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
23 min
£5–11
Line 8 bus, line 521 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barton Arcade to Brackley Streetbus 8
2. Take the bus from Farnworth Bus Station to The Fairwaysbus 521
1h 30m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Westhoughtontaxi 15.1 mi
25 min
£35–45
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Westhoughtoncar 15.1 mi
25 min
£4–6
Line 37 bus, line 607 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to St Bartholomew's Churchbus 559 / ...
1h 41m
£4

Manchester to Westhoughton by train

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Westhoughton hourly. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barton Arcade to The Fairways via Brackley Street and Farnworth Bus Station in around 1h 30m.

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