What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Minehead?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Minehead?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Minehead is 241 miles. The road distance is 222.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 31m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Minehead train from?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Minehead train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Minehead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Minehead is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Greater Manchester to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 696+ hotels available in Minehead.

Greater Manchester to Minehead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Minehead by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 31m
£42–77
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Tauntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
7h 3m
£116–169
Drive 221.2 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Mineheadcar 221.2 mi
3h 57m
£54–78
Fly to Exeter, train, line 28 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to The Paradebus
5h 42m
£99–236
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 6m
£105–174
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Drive from Rhoose to Mineheadcar
7h 47m
£96–170
Fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
2. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Mineheadcar
7h 28m
£84–190

Greater Manchester to Minehead by bus and train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.6 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Minehead, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Taunton twice daily. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 39m.

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