What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Port Talbot?

The distance between Manchester and Port Talbot is 202 miles. The road distance is 179 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Port Talbot?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkway takes 3h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Port Talbot bus from?

Manchester to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Port Talbot train from?

Manchester to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Manchester to Port Talbot is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Manchester to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Manchester to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Manchester to Port Talbot train arrive?

Manchester to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Port Talbot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Port Talbot is 179 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Manchester to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
3h 49m
£80–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
5h 33m
£40–97
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Port Talbotcar 177.9 mi
4h 3m
£44–64

Manchester to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkway every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Sophia Gardens in around 5h 33m.

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