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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Manchester is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Manchester is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Inverness to Manchester?

The distance between Inverness and Manchester is 317 miles. The road distance is 364.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Manchester without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 21m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Inverness to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Manchester bus from?

Inverness to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Manchester train from?

Inverness to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train, bus or fly from Inverness to Manchester?

The best way to get from Inverness to Manchester is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can train via Edinburgh, which costs £40 - £220 and takes 7h 21m, you could also bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Inverness to Manchester bus arrive?

Inverness to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Manchester train arrive?

Inverness to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Manchester is 365 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Inverness to Manchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Inverness to Manchester?

Book your Inverness to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Inverness to Manchester by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport
best
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3h 11m
£83–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h 28m
£25–56
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 21m
£42–218
Drive 362.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Manchestercar 362.5 mi
6h 19m
£88–126
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
6h 4m
£81–198
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 30m
£73–112

Inverness to Manchester by train

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7h 21mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Manchester.

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Distance: 315.3 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverness to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 7h 21m.

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