How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Manchester start from €48. The average price for this train route is around €98. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Exeter to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Exeter to Manchester is 4h 32m, covering a distance of 319 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Exeter to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Exeter to Manchester departs at 10:27. And the latest train departs at 19:27.

Train Exeter to Manchester from €46

Next train departures

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:27	Exeter St David's	4h 46m	00:13	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
	Train	19:27	Exeter St David's	4h 46m	00:13	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:27	Exeter St David's	4h 42m	00:09	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	10:53	Exeter St David's	4h 6m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	10:53	Exeter St David's	4h 6m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	18:27	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	23:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	18:27	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	23:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:27	Exeter St David's	5h 1m	23:28	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	15:28	Exeter St David's	5h 1m	20:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	10:27	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	15:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	10:27	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	15:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	11:27	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	16:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:27	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:27	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:27	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Manchester on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	CheapestFastest
Train	10:56	Exeter St David's	4h 3m	14:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:23	Exeter St David's	4h 36m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:27	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	19:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter 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 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

320 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€20 - €135	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€48 - €259	Average duration4h 32m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€35 - €35	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Exeter and Manchester?

Exeter

A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK
B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

Based on 46 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 power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at €48

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Manchester 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 Exeter to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Manchester start from €48. The average price for this train route is around €98. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Manchester is 4h 32m, covering a distance of 319 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Manchester?
The earliest train from Exeter to Manchester departs at 10:27. And the latest train departs at 19:27.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

21/01

€52

22/01

€52

Today

€52

24/01

€140

25/01

€94

26/01

€52

27/01

€47

28/01

€47

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Manchester was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €47

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

You can expect to pay from €47 to €248 for a train ticket from Exeter to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €47, which is on 2026-01-28.