The average train between Rochdale and Exeter takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day 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 twice daily between Rochdale and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Exeter at 12:25 PM. All services require a transfer at St Peter's Square and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Exeter train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Rochdale and Exeter is 335.1 km. The road distance is 422 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 6m.