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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Launceston is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Westgate Street via Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Okehampton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Manchester to Launceston?

The distance between Manchester and Launceston is 294 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Manchester to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Launceston bus from?

Manchester to Launceston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Launceston?

The best way to get from Manchester to Launceston is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Manchester to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Launceston train arrive?

Manchester to Launceston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Launceston is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Manchester to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1334+ hotels available in Launceston.

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Launceston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
7h 18m
£139–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
10h 16m
£33–72
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Launcestoncar 274.7 mi
4h 57m
£68–98
Fly to Exeter, train, line 306 bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus
6h 8m
£93–223
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 3m
£122–200
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
10h 4m
£117–210
Fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Shelter to Westgate Streetbus
6h 52m
£66–187

Manchester to Launceston by train and bus

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7h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 292.1 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Westgate Street via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 10h 16m.

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