What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar is to line 256 bus which costs £2 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £9 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Trafford Bar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oxford Street and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Trafford Bar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate-Castlefield and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The distance between Manchester and Trafford Bar is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Trafford Bar without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar without a car is to line 256 bus which takes 13 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar?

The line 256 bus from Oxford Street to Trafford Bar takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Trafford Bar bus from?

Manchester to Trafford Bar bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Oxford Street station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Trafford Bar train from?

Manchester to Trafford Bar train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where does the Manchester to Trafford Bar bus arrive?

Manchester to Trafford Bar bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where does the Manchester to Trafford Bar train arrive?

Manchester to Trafford Bar train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where can I stay near Trafford Bar?

There are 3620+ hotels available in Trafford Bar.

Manchester to Trafford Bar - 4 ways to travel via line 256 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Trafford Bar by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 256 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oxford Street to Trafford Barbus 256 / ...
13 min
£2
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Trafford Bartram Replacement Bus
14 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Trafford Bartaxi 3.1 mi
7 min
£9–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manchester to Trafford Barwalk 2.3 mi
44 min

Manchester to Trafford Bar by bus

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Distance: 2.4 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Trafford Bar, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Oxford Street to Trafford Bar every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Deansgate-Castlefield to Trafford Bar every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 14 min.

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