What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Manchester?

The distance between Port Talbot and Manchester is 202 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Manchester?

The train from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 57m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Manchester bus from?

Port Talbot to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Manchester train from?

Port Talbot to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train, bus or fly from Port Talbot to Manchester?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £220 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Manchester bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Manchester train arrive?

Port Talbot to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Manchester is 179 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Port Talbot to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Manchester?

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Talbot to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 57m
£65–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 46m
£32–56
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Manchestercar 177.6 mi
4h 4m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
6h 12m
£58–216

Port Talbot to Manchester by train

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 46m.

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