What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Axminster via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Lyme Regis?

The distance between Manchester and Lyme Regis is 251 miles. The road distance is 231.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Lyme Regis without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 16m and costs £120 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Lyme Regis train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Lyme Regis train arrive?

Manchester to Lyme Regis train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Lyme Regis?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Lyme Regis is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Manchester to Lyme Regis.

Where can I stay near Lyme Regis?

There are 1647+ hotels available in Lyme Regis.

Manchester to Lyme Regis - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Lyme Regis by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Tauntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
6h 16m
£121–170
Drive 229.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Lyme Regiscar 229.7 mi
4h 11m
£57–82
Fly to Exeter, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Co-op Storebus
4h 48m
£94–228
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
6h 49m
£127–218
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
8h 37m
£130–238
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Axminstertrain
6h 17m
£111–271

Manchester to Lyme Regis by train and bus

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.4 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Lyme Regis, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Co-op Store via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 6h 49m.

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