What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Croyde Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Ruda Holiday Park via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Croyde Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Croyde Bay is 299 miles. The road distance is 265.9 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay without a car is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay bus from?

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay train from?

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay.

Where can I stay near Croyde Bay?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Croyde Bay.

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 33m
£122–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 10m
£35–57
Drive 264.4 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Croyde Baycar 264.4 mi
4h 37m
£66–96
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Millennium Pointbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 39m
£40–71

Greater Manchester to Croyde Bay by bus and train

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Distance: 297.1 mi
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Croyde Bay, Devon, England?

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Downend via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 8h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester to Ruda Holiday Park via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 10m.

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