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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Manchester is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs £90 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paignton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Paignton to Manchester?

The distance between Paignton and Manchester is 277 miles. The road distance is 260 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £150 - £220.

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

The train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadilly takes 5h 21m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Paignton to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Manchester is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Paignton to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 21m
£150–220
Drive 258.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paignton to Manchestercar 258.5 mi
4h 27m
£63–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3h 56m
£94–197
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 36m
£134–222
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain Paignton - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 30m
£130–243

Paignton to Manchester by train

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Distance: 275 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadilly twice daily. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 5h 21m.

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