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 - £95 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 drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to 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 5h 38m.

How far is it from Torquay to Manchester?

The distance between Torquay and Manchester is 276 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 via Birmingham which takes 5h 38m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Torquay to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Manchester train arrive?

Torquay to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street 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?

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Torquay to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Torquay to Manchester by train, 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 / ...
5h 38m
£110–181
Drive 257.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Manchestercar 257.3 mi
4h 26m
£64–92
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
7h 10m
£92–220
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 43m
£122–183
Train #2
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain Paignton - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 52m
£117–203
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 10m
£152–437

Torquay to Manchester by train

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Distance: 274 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadilly via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 38m.

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