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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Manchester is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Manchester is to bus and fly which takes 7h 19m and costs £95 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Scrabster Ferry Terminal and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Inverness Union Street and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Manchester?

The distance between Scrabster and Manchester is 540 miles. The road distance is 473.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 47m and costs £130 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 11h 47m to get from Scrabster to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Manchester bus from?

Scrabster to Manchester bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Scrabster Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Manchester?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Manchester is to bus which takes 12h 52m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £190 - £420 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Scrabster to Manchester bus arrive?

Scrabster to Manchester bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Manchester is 473 miles. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Scrabster to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3620+ hotels available in Manchester.

Scrabster to Manchester - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Scrabster to Manchester by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
11h 47m
£139–310
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
12h 52m
£49–79
Drive 470.4 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Manchestercar 470.4 mi
8h 39m
£116–168
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
7h 19m
£96–217
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
12h 18m
£198–419
Bus, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain
12h 27m
£139–328
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain
13h 21m
£110–180
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
9h 54m
£127–280
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Liverpool (LPL)plane INV - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
11h 42m
£101–263

Scrabster to Manchester by bus and train

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11h 47mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 536.4 mi
Duration: 11h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Inverness Union Street, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Glasgow in around 12h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Manchester Oxford Road via Thurso, Inverness, and Haymarket in around 12h 18m.

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