What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester is to bus which costs £6 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster University and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Underpass and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Lancaster University to Manchester?

The distance between Lancaster University and Manchester is 58 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster University to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester without a car is to line 4 bus and train which takes 1h 51m and costs £10 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster University to Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Lancaster University to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster University to Manchester bus from?

Lancaster University to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Underpass station.

Train or bus from Lancaster University to Manchester?

The best way to get from Lancaster University to Manchester is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £6 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £45 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Lancaster University to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster University to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster University to Manchester is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Lancaster University to Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lancaster University to Manchester?

Book your Lancaster University to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

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Lancaster University to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 4 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lancaster University to Manchester by bus, train, 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.

Line 4 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Railway Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 51m
£10–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
1h 55m
£6–35
Drive 51.2 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster University to Manchestercar 51.2 mi
1h
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 55m
£8–42
Line 41 bus, bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from University Gates to Bus Stationbus 941 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
4h 46m

Lancaster University to Manchester by foot, bus, and train

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Lancaster University, England and Manchester, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Underpass to Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £6–35 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Megabus UK also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £6–28 and the journey takes 1h 4m. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.

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