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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Somerset is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Manchester to Somerset?

The distance between Manchester and Somerset is 208 miles. The road distance is 201.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Somerset without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Manchester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Somerset?

The best way to get from Manchester to Somerset is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £170 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Manchester to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Somerset is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Manchester to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 790+ hotels available in Somerset.

Manchester to Somerset - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
4h 47m
£96–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 32m
£20–33
Drive 200.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Somersetcar 200.4 mi
3h 30m
£50–72
Fly Manchester Airport to Exeter, train, line 21 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 Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus
4h 16m
£97–232
Train
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 / ...
5h 13m
£102–166
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 32m
£37–91
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 21m
£84–178

Manchester to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 206.8 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5 via Bristol Bus Station and Cabot Circus in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop H, and Castle Way in around 5h 13m.

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