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

The cheapest way to get from Bowdon to Manchester is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowdon to Manchester is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Bowdon and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowdon to Manchester. However, there are services departing from The Springs and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens via Altrincham Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bowdon and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hale and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Bowdon to Manchester?

The distance between Bowdon and Manchester is 15 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowdon to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £11.

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

The train from Hale to Manchester Piccadilly takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bowdon to Manchester bus from?

Bowdon to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bowdon to Manchester train from?

Bowdon to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hale station.

Train or bus from Bowdon to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bowdon to Manchester is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 263 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Bowdon to Manchester bus arrive?

Bowdon to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bowdon to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowdon to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowdon to Manchester is 11 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Bowdon to Manchester.

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

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Bowdon to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, line 263 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bowdon to Manchester by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hale to Manchester Piccadillytrain Chester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
32 min
£6–11
Drive 10.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bowdon to Manchestercar 10.5 mi
24 min
£3–4
Line 263 bus
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 263
1h 14m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bowdon to Manchestertaxi 10.5 mi
24 min
£25–30
Tram
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Piccadilly Gardenstram Replacement Bus
1h 17m
£3–5
Tram via Bow Green Road
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Piccadilly Gardenstram Replacement Bus
1h 35m
£5–7

Bowdon to Manchester by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Hale to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 56 min.

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