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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Idle is to bus and line 60 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Idle is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Idle?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Idle. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Fourlands Drive via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Manchester to Idle?

The distance between Manchester and Idle is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Idle without a car is to train and line 640 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Manchester to Idle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Idle bus from?

Manchester to Idle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Idle bus arrive?

Manchester to Idle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Idle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Idle is 40 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Manchester to Idle.

Where can I stay near Idle?

There are 2596+ hotels available in Idle.

Manchester to Idle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 640 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Idle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 640 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Thorp Garthbus 640 / ...
1h 31m
Bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Fourlands Drivebus 60 / ...
2h 14m
£8–14
Drive 40 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Idlecar 40 mi
52 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Idletaxi 40 mi
52 min
£170–210

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Fourlands Drive via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 14m.

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