What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-on-Ribble and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Pedders Lane Shelter and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-on-Ribble and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

The distance between Ashton-on-Ribble and Manchester is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester bus from?

Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester train from?

Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

The best way to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester bus arrive?

Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester train arrive?

Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester is 34 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 23m
£17–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2h 18m
£6–10
Drive 34.2 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchestercar 34.2 mi
46 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchestertaxi 34.2 mi
46 min
£80–100
Bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
3h 29m
£9–16

Ashton-on-Ribble to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Ashton-on-Ribble, England and Manchester, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 55 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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