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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Manchester is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £15 - £40 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £45 - £450.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Motherwell Library and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Manchester?

The distance between Motherwell and Manchester is 210 miles. The road distance is 202.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £45 - £450.

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

The train from Motherwell to Manchester Oxford Road takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Manchester bus from?

Motherwell to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Motherwell to Manchester?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £45 - £450. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 5h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £200 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Motherwell to Manchester bus arrive?

Motherwell to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Motherwell to Manchester train arrive?

Motherwell to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Manchester is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Motherwell to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Motherwell to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Manchester Oxford RoadGlasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2h 56m
£45–450
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
5h 4m
£15–40
Drive 201.5 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Manchester201.5 mi
3h 20m
£50–71
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
4h 41m
£57–200
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Motherwell to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyPreston - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 2m
£21–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station590 / ...
5h 55m
£30–50
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 30m
£76–201
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 46m
£67–229

Motherwell to Manchester by train

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Distance: 208.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Motherwell to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–450 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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