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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to Manchester is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cross Street and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via The Gateway and Stoke-on-Trent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Ellesmere to Manchester?

The distance between Ellesmere and Manchester is 83 miles. The road distance is 57.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Manchester without a car is to line 501 bus and train which takes 2h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Ellesmere to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere to Manchester bus from?

Ellesmere to Manchester bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from The Gateway station.

Where does the Ellesmere to Manchester bus arrive?

Ellesmere to Manchester bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at bus station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere to Manchester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Ellesmere to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3571+ hotels available in Manchester.

Ellesmere to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellesmere to Manchester by bus, train, or car

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Line 501 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cross Street to Broome Placebus 501
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 43m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Gateway to bus stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
5h 41m
£7–11
Drive 57.6 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere to Manchestercar 57.6 mi
1h 21m
£15–21
Line 508 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cross Street to Railway Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Wem to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2h 48m

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Distance: 82.5 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Ellesmere, Shropshire, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Cross Street to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Broome Place, The Gateway, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 41m.

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