How much is the train ticket from Taunton to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Manchester start from R 806. The average price for this train route is around R 3 931. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Taunton to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Taunton to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 280 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Taunton to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Taunton to Manchester?

The earliest train from Taunton to Manchester departs at 07:46. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Train Taunton to Manchester from R 765

Next train departures

Next departures from Taunton to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:53	Taunton	4h 6m	12:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	11:21	Taunton	3h 38m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	08:53	Taunton	4h 6m	12:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	09:53	Taunton	4h 6m	13:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	09:53	Taunton	4h 6m	13:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Taunton to Manchester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:18	Taunton	3h 41m	18:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	11:19	Taunton	3h 40m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:53	Taunton	4h 6m	11:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:53	Taunton	4h 6m	11:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:53	Taunton	4h 6m	12:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Taunton to Manchester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:53	Taunton	3h 36m	14:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	13:28	Taunton	3h 32m	17:00	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	10:53	Taunton	3h 36m	14:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	11:53	Taunton	3h 36m	15:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	11:53	Taunton	3h 36m	15:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Taunton to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:00	Taunton	3h 59m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	11:22	Taunton	3h 37m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	11:22	Taunton	3h 37m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:00	Taunton	3h 59m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	19:53	Taunton	4h 20m	00:13	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:25 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Taunton to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 691, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

281 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 349 - R 1 079	Average duration10h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 806 - R 9 207	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 691 - R 691	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 806

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Taunton to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Taunton to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Manchester start from R 806. The average price for this train route is around R 3 931. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Taunton to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Taunton to Manchester is 4h, covering a distance of 280 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Taunton to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Taunton to Manchester?
The earliest train from Taunton to Manchester departs at 07:46. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 765

11/12

R 1 110

Today

R 3 564

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R 787

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R 3 740

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R 881

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The cheapest trip from Taunton to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 765

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Taunton to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 765 to R 8 873 for a train ticket from Taunton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 787, which is on 2025-12-13.