The average train between Rochdale and Exeter takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Exeter. 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 Rochdale and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Exeter? 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 Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Rochdale to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Exeter is 335.1 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Exeter St Davids via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 45m.