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

The cheapest way to get from Watchet to Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watchet to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Watchet and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Watchet to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Brendon Road and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Hither Mead, County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Watchet and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Watchet to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Watchet to Manchester?

The distance between Watchet and Manchester is 234 miles. The road distance is 214.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watchet to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 34m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Watchet to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watchet to Manchester bus from?

Watchet to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Watchet to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Watchet to Manchester?

The best way to get from Watchet to Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 34m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Watchet to Manchester bus arrive?

Watchet to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Watchet to Manchester train arrive?

Watchet to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Watchet to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Watchet to Manchester is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Watchet to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3612+ hotels available in Manchester.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 34m
£86–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
9h 11m
£39–70
Drive 213.3 mi
1. Drive from Watchet to Manchestercar 213.3 mi
3h 54m
£53–76
Drive to Cardiff Airport, fly
1. Drive from Watchet to Cardiff Airport (CWL)car
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
5h 27m
£56–219
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 17m
£84–146
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 34m
£77–180
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 50m
£133–367

Watchet to Manchester by bus and train

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Distance: 232.9 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Brendon Road to Manchester Piccadilly via Hither Mead, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brendon Road to Manchester Central Coach Station via Hither Mead, Castle Way, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 11m.

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