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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cleator is to train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cleator is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cleator?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cleator. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Church Street via Penrith Rail Station, Low Bridge and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cleator?

The distance between Manchester and Cleator is 167 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cleator without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 59m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Manchester to Cleator, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cleator bus from?

Manchester to Cleator bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cleator?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cleator is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 59m and costs £29 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Manchester to Cleator bus arrive?

Manchester to Cleator bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cleator?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cleator is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Manchester to Cleator.

Where can I stay near Cleator?

There are 552+ hotels available in Cleator.

Manchester to Cleator - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Cleator by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven / ...
4h 59m
£30–105
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Corkickletrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
4h 59m
£21–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Bridgefootbus X5
6h 58m
£28–57
Drive 115.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cleatorcar 115.8 mi
2h 19m
£28–41

Manchester to Cleator by train, foot, and bus

96Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Cleator.

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Church Street via Carlisle, Whitehaven, and Duke Street in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Church Street via Penrith Rail Station, Low Bridge, and Duke Street in around 6h 58m.

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