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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Flights from Taunton to Manchester depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at kr609 but you can travel from only kr122 by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 08:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest flight covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 50m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average flight duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price kr609 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 8:15 AM |
Last flight 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Cheapest price
kr1003
Average price
kr1003
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Taunton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Manchester will cost around kr1003 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr1003.
Of the 1 flights that leave Taunton for Manchester onSat, Aug 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct flights cover the 280 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the longest flights will take 50 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr122, and a flight costs an average of kr609.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr1017 Average price | kr877 Average price | kr214 Average price Cheapest | kr490 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to Manchester:
A bus is kr663 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to Manchester costing on average kr877.
A bus is kr803 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taunton to Manchester costing on average kr1017.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 47m.
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Manchester flights for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA7842 | 3:25 PM Exeter International Airport | 1h00 | 4:25 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LM0372 | 3:25 PM Exeter International Airport | 1h00 | 4:25 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Most Taunton to Manchester flights use the Exeter International Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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