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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Manchester is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Manchester. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taunton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Taunton to Manchester?

The distance between Taunton and Manchester is 217 miles. The road distance is 207.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 54m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Taunton to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Manchester bus from?

Taunton to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to Manchester?

The best way to get from Taunton to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 54m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Taunton to Manchester bus arrive?

Taunton to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Taunton to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Manchester is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Taunton to Manchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 54m
£102–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
6h 35m
£26–49
Drive 206.6 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Manchestercar 206.6 mi
3h 35m
£51–74
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3h 47m
£94–225
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 59m
£110–160
Train #2
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 37m
£92–169
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 12m
£132–399
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 48m
£116–275

Taunton to Manchester by train

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from County Hall to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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