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Next departures for Exeter to Manchester on September 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	11:27am	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	3:59pm	Manchester Piccadilly
Train	12:27pm	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	4:59pm	Manchester Piccadilly
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	4h 32m	7:59pm	Manchester Piccadilly
Train	6:27pm	Exeter St David's	5h 2m	11:29pm	Manchester Piccadilly
Train	7:27pm	Exeter St David's	4h 42m	12:09am	Manchester Piccadilly

Compare 2 ways to go from Exeter to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 50mAverage Duration

196 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCA$34 - CA$142	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCA$78 - CA$398	Average Duration4h 32m	CO₂ emissions 8kg 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

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.6

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at CA$78

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Exeter to Manchester by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Manchester start from CA$78. The average price for this train route is around CA$371. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Exeter to Manchester is 4h 32m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Exeter to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Exeter to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Exeter to Manchester at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.