What is the cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Buchanan bus Station and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Buchanan bus Station and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

The distance between Buchanan bus Station and Manchester is 223 miles. The road distance is 213.7 miles.

How do I travel from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £26 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buchanan bus Station to Manchester bus from?

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Buchanan bus Station to Manchester train from?

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £26 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Manchester bus arrive?

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Manchester train arrive?

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Buchanan bus Station to Manchester is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

Book your Buchanan bus Station to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Can I share a ride from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Buchanan bus Station and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford RoadBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 40m
£26–104
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Manchester211.3 mi
4h 19m
£13–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
4h
£15–40
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
4h 7m
£61–141
Drive 212.4 mi
1. Drive from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester212.4 mi
3h 36m
£53–76
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 13m
£61–148
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 12m
£66–160
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 24m
£52–150

Buchanan bus Station to Manchester by foot and train

189Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Buchanan bus Station, Scotland and Manchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Buchanan bus Station to Manchester Oxford Road via Glasgow Central and Preston in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 4h. Two other operators also service this route.

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