The average train between Exeter and Oldham takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Oldham. 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 Oldham. 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 Oldham at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 51m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


11h 6m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


10h 57m • 2 changes


4h 46m • 2 changes


4h 51m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes


4h 46m • 2 changes


4h 51m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes


4h 46m • 2 changes


4h 51m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes


4h 44m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Oldham? 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 Oldham. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Oldham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Exeter to Oldham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Oldham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Exeter and Oldham is 327.6 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Oldham King Street via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 5h 6m.