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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Torquay is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Torquay?

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

How far is it from Manchester to Torquay?

The distance between Manchester and Torquay is 276 miles. The road distance is 259.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £120 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Torquay train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Torquay is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Manchester to Torquay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2699+ hotels available in Torquay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Paigntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
4h 50m
£120–180
Drive 257.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Torquaycar 257.6 mi
4h 26m
£64–92
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 43m
£91–220
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 47m
£114–203

Manchester to Torquay by train

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Distance: 273.9 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Paignton twice daily. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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