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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to Manchester
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€89
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
351 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Manchester will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Paignton for Manchester on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 59 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
09:14AM5h59
Paignton03:13PMManchester
€891One-way
0 transfers
07:15AM6h58
Paignton02:13PMManchester
€891One-way
0 transfers
04:57AM6h02
Paignton10:59AMManchester
€1871One-way
0 transfers
09:14AM5h59
Paignton03:13PMManchester
€891One-way
0 transfers
04:57AM6h02
Paignton10:59AMManchester
€1871One-way
0 transfers
07:15AM6h58
Paignton02:13PMManchester
€891One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paignton to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 351 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€88 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paignton to Manchester train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 9:30 AM
Last updated at 9:30 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:38 PM Paignton | 5h21 | 6:59 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 4:57 AM Paignton | 6h02 | 10:59 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 AM Paignton | 6h58 | 2:13 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:14 AM Paignton | 5h59 | 3:13 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Paignton to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €69 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €24
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €69 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 18:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €24
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Paignton to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Paignton and Manchester from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 8m
Cheapest Price
€69
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
€318
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Paignton to Manchester
FAQs: Travel by train from Paignton to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paignton to Manchester.
Cheap train tickets from Paignton to Manchester can start from as little as €68 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Paignton to Manchester is €160; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Paignton to Manchester is 4 h 45 min to travel the 350 km long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Paignton to Manchester leaves at 04: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Paignton to Manchester leaves at 18: 53.
There are 6 trains a day from Paignton to Manchester which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Paignton to Manchester you can take a train with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or Cross Country. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Manchester from Paignton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 53.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Paignton, which is located around 0.4 miles (636 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Piccadilly, located 0.5 miles (831 m) away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Paignton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Paignton to Manchester is September.
You have options as you can travel from Paignton to Manchester 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paignton to Manchester
Paignton
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your trip from Paignton to Manchester.
Paignton
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from Paignton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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