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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bowdon is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bowdon is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bowdon?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Bowdon. However, there are services departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Bow Green Road via Altrincham Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bowdon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Peter's Square and arriving at Altrincham. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Bowdon?

The distance between Manchester and Bowdon is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bowdon without a car is to tram which takes 26 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The tram from St Peter's Square to Altrincham takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bowdon bus from?

Manchester to Bowdon bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bowdon train from?

Manchester to Bowdon train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from St Peter's Square station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bowdon?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bowdon is to line 263 bus which takes 1h 17m and costs £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Manchester to Bowdon bus arrive?

Manchester to Bowdon bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Altrincham Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Bowdon train arrive?

Manchester to Bowdon train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Altrincham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bowdon?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bowdon is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Manchester to Bowdon.

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

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Where can I stay near Bowdon?

There are 3688+ hotels available in Bowdon.

Manchester to Bowdon - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 263 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Bowdon by tram, bus, taxi, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Altrinchamtram Purple Line / ...
26 min
£2–4
Line 263 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Altrincham Interchangebus 263
1h 17m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Bowdontaxi 10.8 mi
23 min
£26–31
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bowdoncar 10.8 mi
23 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester
28 min
£5–11

Manchester to Bowdon by tram

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bowdon, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from St Peter's Square to Altrincham every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Altrincham Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 54 min.

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