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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bowdon is to line 263 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 23m.

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 The Springs via Altrincham Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bowdon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Hale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Bowdon?

The distance between Manchester and Bowdon is 15 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 train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £11.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hale takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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 Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bowdon?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bowdon is to train which takes 28 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 263 bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 23m.

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 Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hale 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 3706+ hotels available in Bowdon.

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

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Manchester to Bowdon

Rome2Rio compared 5 ways to get from Manchester to Bowdon. The best route is Train, a distance of 14.59 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
28 min
£6–11
Line 263 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Altrincham Interchangebus 263
1h 23m
£2
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
Tram
1. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Altrinchamtram Replacement Bus
1h 41m
£3–5

Manchester to Bowdon by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Hale hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Altrincham Interchange every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 54 min.

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