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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Manchester is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Torquay 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 11m.

How far is it from Torquay to Manchester?

The distance between Torquay and Manchester is 277 miles. The road distance is 258.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £150 - £440.

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

The train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadilly takes 5h 11m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Manchester is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Torquay to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3454+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Manchester PiccadillyPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 11m
£150–440
Drive 257.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Manchester257.3 mi
4h 23m
£64–92
Train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
4h 11m
£94–288
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 37m
£80–212
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
6h 5m
£139–380

Torquay to Manchester by train

13Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

£150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadilly twice daily. Tickets cost £150–440 and the journey takes 5h 11m.

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