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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 4h and costs £100 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Manchester?

The distance between Plymouth and Manchester is 299 miles. The road distance is 280.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £160 - £230.

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

The train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly takes 5h 2m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Manchester bus from?

Plymouth to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Manchester?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £160 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Plymouth to Manchester bus arrive?

Plymouth to Manchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Manchester is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Plymouth to Manchester.

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

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

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Plymouth to Manchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Plymouth to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Plymouth - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 2m
£160–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
8h 32m
£26–43
Drive 279.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Manchestercar 279.3 mi
4h 48m
£68–99
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4h
£103–205
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 20m
£148–229
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Plymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 22m
£140–260
Train, line 57 bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
5h 45m
£76–196
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 47m
£169–473

Plymouth to Manchester by train

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Distance: 297.5 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly 4 times a week. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Cabot Circus and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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