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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Fortrose is to bus via Manchester Central Coach Station which costs £50 - £80 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Fortrose is to fly and line 26 bus which takes 4h 53m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Fortrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Fortrose. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Union Tavern via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Fortrose?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Fortrose. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Inverness via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Manchester to Fortrose?

The distance between Manchester and Fortrose is 331 miles. The road distance is 376.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Fortrose without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 39m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Manchester to Fortrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Fortrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Fortrose train from?

Manchester to Fortrose train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Fortrose?

The best way to get from Manchester to Fortrose is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 39m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Manchester to Fortrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Fortrose train arrive?

Manchester to Fortrose train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Fortrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Fortrose is 377 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Manchester to Fortrose.

Where can I stay near Fortrose?

There are 1299+ hotels available in Fortrose.

Manchester to Fortrose - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, line 26 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Fortrose by plane, bus, train, or car

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

Fly Manchester Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, line 26 bus
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Union Tavernbus
4h 53m
£93–225
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
10h 46m
£52–78
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
8h 39m
£128–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
9h 9m
£56–98
Drive 374.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Fortrosecar 374.5 mi
6h 40m
£93–135
Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
7h 31m
£108–285
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BHX - INV
6h 38m
£96–278
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
10h 25m
£96–141

Manchester to Fortrose by train and bus

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8h 39mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Union Tavern via Haymarket, Inverness, and Bus Station Stance 4 in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Union Tavern via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 4 in around 9h 9m.

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