The average train between Exeter and Old Trafford takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Old Trafford. 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 Old Trafford. 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 Old Trafford at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Old Trafford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Exeter to Old Trafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Old Trafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Exeter and Old Trafford is 316.1 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Old Trafford via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, St Peter's Square, and Wharfside in around 5h 8m.