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4 h 44 min
453 km.
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4 h 44 min
453 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Plymouth Armada Bus Station to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Stagecoach South West

Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Plymouth Armada Bus Station to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$594.92

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$54.43–$278.47
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$59.49–$202.52

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$417.71
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$696.18
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Exeter to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$417.71

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Newquay St Mawgan Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$696.18

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Plymouth to St
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$69.62
Train from Plymouth to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$151.89–$329.10

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Plymouth to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$63.29
Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Plymouth to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$177.21–$569.60
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$101.26
Train from Plymouth to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$139.24–$417.71
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Plymouth to St
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$63.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to bus via Bristol which costs $31.52 - $59.78 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Armada Bus Station and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Manchester?

The distance between Plymouth and Manchester is 480 km. The road distance is 454.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $152.17 - $489.13 .

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

The train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly takes 4h 53m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Manchester bus from?

Plymouth to Manchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Plymouth Armada Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Manchester?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $152.17 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs $31.52 - $59.78 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Plymouth to Manchester bus arrive?

Plymouth to Manchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Bristol Cabot Circus S4 station.

Where does the Plymouth to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Manchester is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Plymouth to Manchester.

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

Book your Plymouth to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Manchester?

Book your Plymouth to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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