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 £18 - £130 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Manchester is to fly which takes 5h 56m and costs £100 - £360.

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 Shudehill Interchange via Inverness Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

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 £50 - £270.

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, bus or fly from Scrabster to Manchester?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Manchester is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs £18 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £220 and takes 12h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £360 and takes 5h 56m.

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 3585+ 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
£51–264
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 Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
12h 25m
£19–129
Drive 470.4 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Manchestercar 470.4 mi
8h 39m
£114–164
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly
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 7m
£86–215
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
£74–214
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 26m
£82–193
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 19m
£101–151
Fly from Wick
1. Fly from Wick (WIC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane WIC - MAN
5h 56m
£103–354
Bus, train to Aberdeen Airport, fly
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
10h
£85–240

Scrabster to Manchester by bus and train

28Weekly Services

11h 47mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scrabster to Manchester.

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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 Shudehill Interchange via Inverness Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 25m. 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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