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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Manchester is to bus via Manchester Central Coach Station which costs £50 - £80 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Manchester is to drive which takes 6h 32m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via An Aird One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Manchester?

The distance between Mallaig and Manchester is 377 miles. The road distance is 359.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 9h 19m and costs £60 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Mallaig to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Manchester bus from?

Mallaig to Manchester bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Manchester?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Manchester is to train which takes 9h 19m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Mallaig to Manchester bus arrive?

Mallaig to Manchester bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Manchester train arrive?

Mallaig to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Manchester is 360 miles. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Mallaig to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Mallaig to Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Mallaig 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 Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
9h 19m
£61–187
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station590
10h 55m
£52–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from An Aird One to Buchanan Bus StationE5
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
9h 45m
Drive 357.5 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Manchester357.5 mi
6h 32m
£88–127
Train, bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Terminal Building
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
9h 7m
£87–198
Train, bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Spean Bridge
2. Take the bus from Filling Station to Drum Green
3. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
8h 16m
£111–275
Train, bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarich
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Terminal Building
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
10h 8m
£83–217

Mallaig to Manchester by train and foot

19Weekly Services

9h 19mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 374.7 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Mallaig to Manchester Piccadilly via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 9h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Shudehill Interchange via Fort William Bus Station, An Aird One, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 45m.

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