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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Town Centre stances via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cumbernauld via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cumbernauld?

The distance between Manchester and Cumbernauld is 222 miles. The road distance is 216.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cumbernauld bus from?

Manchester to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cumbernauld train from?

Manchester to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Cumbernauld?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £190 and takes 5h.

Where does the Manchester to Cumbernauld bus arrive?

Manchester to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Cumbernauld train arrive?

Manchester to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cumbernauld?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cumbernauld is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Manchester to Cumbernauld.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Cumbernauld?

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Where can I stay near Cumbernauld?

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Manchester to Cumbernauld - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Cumbernauld by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Piccadilly to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 8m
£79–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
4h 30m
£24–42
Drive 215.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cumbernauldcar 215.5 mi
3h 36m
£54–77
Fly Manchester Airport to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
5h
£58–183
Train via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Lancastertrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 30m
£78–147
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
5h 30m
£44–104
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Croytrain
5h 41m
£69–195
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 5m
£68–176
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Croytrain
5h 16m
£83–193

Manchester to Cumbernauld by train

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cumbernauld, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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