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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Aberfoyle?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Aberfoyle. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Tourist Information Centre via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Manchester to Aberfoyle?

The distance between Manchester and Aberfoyle is 275 miles. The road distance is 240.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Aberfoyle bus from?

Manchester to Aberfoyle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Aberfoyle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Manchester to Aberfoyle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Aberfoyle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Aberfoyle is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Manchester to Aberfoyle.

Where can I stay near Aberfoyle?

There are 297+ hotels available in Aberfoyle.

Manchester to Aberfoyle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle 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 Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Stirlingtrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
5h 59m
£90–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Tourist Information Centrebus X10a
7h 3m
£26–44
Drive 239.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Aberfoylecar 239.2 mi
4h 9m
£59–85
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
6h 50m
£68–202
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Tourist Information Centrebus
6h 43m
£63–157
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Tourist Information Centrebus X10a
8h 3m
£46–105
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Stirlingtrain
7h 2m
£85–199
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
6h 54m
£79–193

Manchester to Aberfoyle by train and bus

52Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Aberfoyle.

Launch map view

Distance: 273.6 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Queens Crescent via Haymarket, Stirling, and Stance B in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Tourist Information Centre via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.