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Compare train and bus for Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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$32 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
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How to get from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:12 AM3h57Barrow-in-Furness11:09 AMManchester$261One-way0 transfers
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7:12 AM3h57Barrow-in-Furness11:09 AMManchester$261One-way0 transfers
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7:12 AM3h57Barrow-in-Furness11:09 AMManchester$261One-way0 transfers
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Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 6 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barrow-in-Furness and Manchester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) and arrive in Manchester Airport (MIA).
- Travel with Northern Rail to go to Manchester by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with Northern Rail.
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