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Outbound fromPlymouth to Manchester by train
It takes an average of 5h 2m to travel from Plymouth to Manchester by train, over a distance of around 229 miles (369 km). There are normally 66 trains per day travelling from Plymouth to Manchester and tickets for this journey start from £42.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 11:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 13:00 | |
| Departure station | Plymouth | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 5h 0m | |
| Distance | 229 miles (369 km) | |
| Frequency | 66 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £42.70 | |
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How to travel from Plymouth to Manchester by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Plymouth to Manchester? Look no further.
You'll usually find 66 trains per day running between Plymouth and Manchester, which usually take 5 hours 2 minutes to complete the 229 miles (369 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. CrossCountry trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Manchester.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Plymouth to Manchester start from £42.70 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Manchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Manchester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Plymouth to Manchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.