What is the cheapest way to get from The Lowry to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from The Lowry to Manchester is to tram which costs £2 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Lowry to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from The Lowry to Manchester is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £10 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between The Lowry and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop and arriving at Piccadilly Gardens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between The Lowry and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Imperial War Museum and arriving at Deansgate-Castlefield. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from The Lowry to Manchester?

The distance between The Lowry and Manchester is 2 miles.

How do I travel from The Lowry to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from The Lowry to Manchester without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from The Lowry to Manchester?

The tram from Imperial War Museum to Deansgate-Castlefield takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the The Lowry to Manchester bus from?

The Lowry to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the The Lowry to Manchester train from?

The Lowry to Manchester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Imperial War Museum station.

Where does the The Lowry to Manchester bus arrive?

The Lowry to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the The Lowry to Manchester train arrive?

The Lowry to Manchester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3418+ hotels available in Manchester.

The Lowry to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 6 ways to get from The Lowry to Manchester by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Imperial War Museum to Deansgate-CastlefieldRed Line
17 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop to Piccadilly GardensX50
27 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Lowry to Manchester3.5 mi
9 min
£10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from The Lowry to Manchester3.1 mi
59 min
Tram via Piccadilly Gardens
1. Take the tram from MediaCityUK to Piccadilly GardensBlue Line
26 min
£2–3
Bus via Manchester Central Convention Complex
1. Take the bus from Imperial War Museum North to Manchester Central Convention ComplexT1
30 min

The Lowry to Manchester by foot and tram

1214Weekly Services

17 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2.4 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between The Lowry, England and Manchester, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Imperial War Museum to Deansgate-Castlefield every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop to Piccadilly Gardens every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 20 min.

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