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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Dawlish is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Dawlish is to fly and train which takes 3h 28m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Lanherne via Bristol Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Manchester to Dawlish?

The distance between Manchester and Dawlish is 261 miles. The road distance is 248.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £140 - £200.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dawlish takes 4h 34m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dawlish bus from?

Manchester to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Manchester to Dawlish is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Manchester to Dawlish bus arrive?

Manchester to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Dawlish train arrive?

Manchester to Dawlish train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dawlish station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Dawlish is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Manchester to Dawlish.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Dawlish?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Dawlish by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
4h 34m
£140–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
8h 17m
£28–74
Drive 246.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Dawlishcar 246.8 mi
4h 20m
£60–87
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain
3h 28m
£86–181
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Dawlishtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth
6h 19m
£113–204

Manchester to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 259.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dawlish twice daily. Tickets cost £140–200 and the journey takes 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Lanherne via Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, and Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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