The average train between Exeter and Salford takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Salford. 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 Salford. 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 Salford at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Salford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Salford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Exeter to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Salford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Exeter to Salford train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Salford is 318.7 km. The road distance is 396 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 25m.