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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Manchester is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs £90 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Torquay and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Torquay to Manchester?

The distance between Torquay and Manchester is 274 miles. The road distance is 258.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £210.

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

The train from Torquay to Manchester Piccadilly takes 5h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Manchester is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Torquay to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Manchester.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Torquay to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 15m
£140–210
Drive 257.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Manchestercar 257.3 mi
4h 26m
£63–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Torquay to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3h 54m
£92–193
Train via Birmingham
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 / ...
5h 32m
£133–210
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Torquay to Cardiff Centraltrain Paignton - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 25m
£129–236

Torquay to Manchester by train

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Distance: 272.9 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Torquay to Manchester Piccadilly twice daily. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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