The average train between Exeter and Bury takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Bury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Bury. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Bury at 8:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Bury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Bury. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Bury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Exeter to Bury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Bury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Exeter and Bury is 330.6 km. The road distance is 412 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Bury via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 58m.