What is the cheapest way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 9h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Manchester via Sherborne Road, Exeter and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Torquay and Greater Manchester is 279 miles. The road distance is 258.7 miles.

How do I travel from Torquay to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 9m and costs £130 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Greater Manchester bus from?

Torquay to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Greater Manchester train from?

Torquay to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 9m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Torquay to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Torquay to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Greater Manchester is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Torquay to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3634+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 6 ways to get from Torquay to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 9m
£131–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchesterbus Uk071
9h 28m
£28–70
Drive 257.2 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Greater Manchestercar 257.2 mi
4h 17m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4h 24m
£95–226
Train
1. Take the train from Teignmouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly
7h 31m
£145–205
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
10h 23m
£124–229

Torquay to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Torquay, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Paignton to Maine Road via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Manchester via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Exeter, and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 28m.

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