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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wetheral is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Wetheral is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Wetheral?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Wetheral. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Wetheral via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Manchester to Wetheral?

The distance between Manchester and Wetheral is 125 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Wetheral without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Manchester to Wetheral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wetheral train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Wetheral?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wetheral is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Manchester to Wetheral train arrive?

Manchester to Wetheral train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Wetheral?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Wetheral is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Manchester to Wetheral.

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

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Where can I stay near Wetheral?

There are 665+ hotels available in Wetheral.

Manchester to Wetheral - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Wetheral 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 Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 59m
£32–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
4h 12m
£30–52
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Wetheral117.5 mi
2h 1m
£30–43

Manchester to Wetheral by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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