Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Exeter St David's | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Exeter?
Exeter
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Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK - B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK
Train Companies
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 £42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Exeter by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Exeter start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Exeter is 4h 19m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Exeter?
The earliest train from Manchester to Exeter departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 18:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Exeter was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £40 to £449 for a train ticket from Manchester to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-16.
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