The average bus between Manchester and Ashbourne takes 3h 41m and the fastest bus takes 2h 53m. The bus service runs several times per day from Manchester to Ashbourne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Manchester and Ashbourne. The earliest departure is at 3:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 2:58 PM which arrives into Ashbourne at 6:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Hazel Grove Park & Ride and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Ashbourne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Ashbourne. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Ashbourne station via Hazel Grove Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Manchester to Ashbourne bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Ashbourne bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Market Place station.
The distance between Manchester and Ashbourne is 61.5 km. The road distance is 87 km.
You can take a bus from Piccadilly to Market Place via Hazel Grove Park & Ride, Rising Sun, and Market Place in around 4h 4m.