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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rothbury is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rothbury is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Retail Park via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Morpeth via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rothbury?

The distance between Manchester and Rothbury is 185 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rothbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rothbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rothbury train from?

Manchester to Rothbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Rothbury?

The best way to get from Manchester to Rothbury is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 5h 32m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £220 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to Rothbury bus arrive?

Manchester to Rothbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Rothbury train arrive?

Manchester to Rothbury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rothbury is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Manchester to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Rothbury.

Manchester to Rothbury - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Rothbury by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 38m
£91–143
Drive 161.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Rothburycar 161.1 mi
3h 20m
£40–58
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
5h 32m
£61–115
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
6h 14m
£88–212
Train via York
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Alnmouthtrain Birmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£94–166
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Ottercopsbus X74
5h 54m

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 183.9 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rothbury via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Retail Park in around 5h 32m.

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