What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Sports and Social Club via Town Hall and Galgate - Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Manchester and Kirkby Stephen is 115 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £28 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 572 bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Manchester to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Manchester to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Kirkby Stephen is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 562+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Manchester to Kirkby Stephen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to LeedsLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby StephenSheffield - Carlisle / ...
3h 38m
£28–60
Drive 85 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Kirkby Stephen85 mi
1h 45m
£22–31
Train, bus, line 572 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlington
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Galgate - Commercial HotelX75 / ...
3. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Sports and Social Club572
4h 52m
Bus, line 572 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre177
2. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Sports and Social Club572
5h 11m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
2. Take the bus from Station to Post OfficeS1
3. Take the bus from Post Office to Pennine HotelS4
4h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Kirkby Stephen via Leeds and Kirkby Stephen in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sports and Social Club via Town Hall and Galgate - Stand B in around 5h 11m.

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