What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge is to line 125 bus which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bamber Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Bamber Bridge. However, there are services departing from Barton Arcade and arriving at Trades Hall via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bamber Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bamber Bridge. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Bamber Bridge via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

The distance between Manchester and Bamber Bridge is 35 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Bamber Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £7 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bamber Bridge bus from?

Manchester to Bamber Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Barton Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bamber Bridge train from?

Manchester to Bamber Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £7 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Manchester to Bamber Bridge bus arrive?

Manchester to Bamber Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Bamber Bridge train arrive?

Manchester to Bamber Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bamber Bridge is 30 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Manchester to Bamber Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Bamber Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Bamber Bridge?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Bamber Bridge.

Manchester to Bamber Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Bamber Bridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 39m
£7–23
Line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Trades Hallbus 125
1h 47m
£4–12
Drive 29.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bamber Bridgecar 29.7 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Bamber Bridgetaxi 29.7 mi
37 min
£70–85
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Barton Arcade to Bolton Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Trades Hallbus 125
2h 27m
Line 36 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Trades Hallbus 125
2h 50m

Manchester to Bamber Bridge by train

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bamber Bridge, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–17 and the journey takes 52 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Trades Hall every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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