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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Paignton is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Paignton is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Great Western Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Paignton. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Paignton?

The distance between Manchester and Paignton is 275 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £95 - £290.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Paignton takes 4h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Paignton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Paignton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £95 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Manchester to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Paignton is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Manchester to Paignton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Manchester to Paignton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PaigntonManchester Piccadilly - Paignton
4h 50m
£95–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Western Road102
7h 45m
£28–49
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Paignton258.8 mi
4h 24m
£63–91
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
4h 35m
£88–279
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
8h
£102–200

Manchester to Paignton by train

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Distance: 273.9 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Paignton twice daily. Tickets cost £95–290 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Great Western Road via Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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