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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Colne is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Colne is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Colne. However, there are services departing from Printworks and arriving at Colne Lane via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Colne. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Colne via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Manchester to Colne?

The distance between Manchester and Colne is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Colne without a car is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Manchester to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Colne bus from?

Manchester to Colne bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Printworks station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Colne train from?

Manchester to Colne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Colne?

The best way to get from Manchester to Colne is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Manchester to Colne bus arrive?

Manchester to Colne bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Colne train arrive?

Manchester to Colne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Colne is 34 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Manchester to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

There are 1379+ hotels available in Colne.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Colne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Colne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Colne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Colne by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus StationX43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colne LaneM5 / ...
1h 57m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Colne33.3 mi
58 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to BlackburnRochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to ColnePreston - Colne / ...
2h 15m
£14–26
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Colne33.3 mi
39 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Colne33.3 mi
39 min
£70–90

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Colne.

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a bus from Printworks to Colne Lane via Bus Station in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Colne via Blackburn in around 2h 15m.

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