What is the cheapest way to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square?

The cheapest way to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square is to line 250 bus which costs £2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square?

The fastest way to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £10 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Wharfside and Exchange Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from John Gilbert Way and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Wharfside and Exchange Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Imperial War Museum and arriving at Exchange Square. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Wharfside to Exchange Square?

The distance between Wharfside and Exchange Square is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Wharfside to Exchange Square without a car?

The best way to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square without a car is to tram which takes 19 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square?

The tram from Imperial War Museum to Exchange Square takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wharfside to Exchange Square bus from?

Wharfside to Exchange Square bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Gilbert Way station.

Where do I catch the Wharfside to Exchange Square train from?

Wharfside to Exchange Square train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Imperial War Museum station.

Where does the Wharfside to Exchange Square bus arrive?

Wharfside to Exchange Square bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Wharfside to Exchange Square train arrive?

Wharfside to Exchange Square train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Exchange Square station.

Where can I stay near Exchange Square?

There are 3633+ hotels available in Exchange Square.

Wharfside to Exchange Square - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 250 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wharfside to Exchange Square by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Imperial War Museum to Exchange Squaretram Red Line
19 min
£2–3
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from John Gilbert Way to Piccadilly Gardensbus 250
35 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wharfside to Exchange Squaretaxi 3.4 mi
7 min
£10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Wharfside to Exchange Squarewalk 3 mi
58 min
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from MediaCityUK to Manchester Town Hallbus 50
37 min
£2

Wharfside to Exchange Square by tram

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Distance: 2.7 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Wharfside, Trafford, England and Exchange Square, Manchester, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Imperial War Museum to Exchange Square every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from John Gilbert Way to Piccadilly Gardens every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 25 min.

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