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

The cheapest way to get from Ullswater to Manchester is to line 508 bus and bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ullswater to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ullswater and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullswater to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Aira Force and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Ullswater to Manchester?

The distance between Ullswater and Manchester is 115 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ullswater to Manchester without a car is to line 508 bus and train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Ullswater to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullswater to Manchester bus from?

Ullswater to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Aira Force station.

Where does the Ullswater to Manchester bus arrive?

Ullswater to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Ullswater to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullswater to Manchester is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Ullswater to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3604+ hotels available in Manchester.

Ullswater to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus

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

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Line 508 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aira Force to Rail Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h
£33–53
Line 508 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aira Force to Rail Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
3h 42m
£19–30
Drive 103.2 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Manchestercar 103.2 mi
1h 54m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Patterdale Hotel to Bus Rail Interchangebus 508
2. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Piccadillytrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 59m
£29–53

Ullswater to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 114.6 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a bus from Aira Force to Manchester Central Coach Station via Rail Station in around 3h 42m.

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