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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Torquay to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

9 h 5 m

Average duration

10 h 37 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

347 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Torquay to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Torquay to Manchester will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

To travel from Torquay to Manchester you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX501 · NX540
10:5011h50
Torquay, Coach Station
22:40Manchester, Coach Station
£401One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX404 · NX106 · NX120
00:2010h55
Torquay, Coach Station
11:15Manchester, Coach Station
£431One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX102 · NX121
08:359h05
Torquay, Coach Station
17:40Manchester, Coach Station
£531One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Torquay to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £79.

Distance: 347 km

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Flight

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

£160

Average Price

8h 57m

Average total duration

8h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 48m

Average total duration

5h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

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1h 15m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Torquay to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX404 · NX106 · NX120
On time
00:20 Torquay, Coach Station
10h55
11:15 Manchester, Coach Station		2 changes
national_expressNX102 · NX12108:35 Torquay, Coach Station
9h05
17:40 Manchester, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX540
On time
10:50 Torquay, Coach Station
11h50
22:40 Manchester, Coach Station		1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Torquay to Manchester

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Buses from Torquay to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 347 km distance in 8h 5m.

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
Distance
347 km
Average bus duration
8h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
8h 5m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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

Bus providers: National Express from Torquay to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Torquay to Manchester with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Torquay to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to Manchester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Torquay to Manchester can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Torquay to Manchester is £36; 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 coach from Torquay to Manchester is 8h 5m to travel the 347 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Torquay to Manchester leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Torquay to Manchester leaves at 23:55.
There are 5 coaches a day from Torquay to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Torquay to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Torquay and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Torquay , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Torquay, Coach Station, Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, Paignton, Bus Station, Newton Abbot . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Torquay, Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Torquay is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Torquay to Manchester is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Torquay and Manchester including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Torquay to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Torquay to Manchester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Torquay to Manchester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Torquay to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Torquay to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Torquay to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Torquay to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Torquay to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Torquay to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Torquay to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Manchester

Torquay
Manchester
The major coach station for departures in Torquay is Torquay, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay, Coach Station for your trip from Torquay to Manchester.
Torquay, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Lymington Road, Torquay TQ1 4BD, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Lymington Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café and fast food options (in the station)
  • The Singing Kettle (0.5 km)
  • Small World Tapas (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Torquay, Coach Station
  • Bus: 12, 22, 31 Train: Torquay Station

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