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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Torbay is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Torbay is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £90 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Torbay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Torquay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Manchester to Torbay?

The distance between Manchester and Torbay is 273 miles. The road distance is 259.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Torbay without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £140 - £210.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Torquay takes 4h 42m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Torbay train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Torbay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Torbay is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Manchester to Torbay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torbay?

There are 2754+ hotels available in Torbay.

Manchester to Torbay - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Torbay by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Torquaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
4h 42m
£140–210
Drive 258.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Torbaycar 258.3 mi
4h 25m
£64–93
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
4h 3m
£93–195
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 Newton Abbottrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
7h 51m
£131–238

Manchester to Torbay by train

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Distance: 271.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Torquay twice daily. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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