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

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Manchester is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumnock station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cumnock Bus Station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Cumnock to Manchester?

The distance between Cumnock and Manchester is 200 miles. The road distance is 195.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumnock to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Cumnock to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cumnock to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Cumnock to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumnock to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to Manchester is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Cumnock to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3399+ hotels available in Manchester.

Cumnock to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cumnock to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Auchinleck to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 10m
£51–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
7h 8m
£22–46
Drive 194 mi
1. Drive from Cumnock to Manchester194 mi
3h 30m
£49–71
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
6h 20m
£80–176
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
7h 37m
£35–61
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Auchinleck to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
7h 30m
£79–199

Cumnock to Manchester by bus and train

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Cumnock, Scotland and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Manchester Oxford Road via Well Road, Auchinleck, and Carlisle in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 5h.

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