What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs £85 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter (Station) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter (Station) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter (Station) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter (Station) to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

The distance between Exeter (Station) and Manchester is 205 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter (Station) to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 40m and costs £50 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter (Station) to Manchester bus from?

Exeter (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter (Station) to Manchester train from?

Exeter (Station) to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train, bus or fly from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs £85 - £290. Alternatively, you can train via Birmingham, which costs £50 - £190 and takes 4h 40m, you could also bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Exeter (Station) to Manchester bus arrive?

Exeter (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Exeter (Station) and Manchester?

Manchester is 2h behind Exeter (Station). It is currently 4:28 PM in Exeter (Station) and 2:28 PM in Manchester.

Where does the Exeter (Station) to Manchester train arrive?

Exeter (Station) to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter (Station) to Manchester is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Exeter (Station) to Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter (Station) to Manchester?

Book your Exeter (Station) to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Exeter (Station) to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter (Station) to Manchester by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2h 34m
£85–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 31m
£15–45
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 40m
£55–190
Drive 236.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter (Station) to Manchester236.6 mi
4h 3m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester PiccadillyPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 46m
£66–273
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 55m
£88–164

Exeter (Station) to Manchester by bus

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Distance: 203.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Exeter (Station), England and Manchester, England?

Loganair flies from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Exeter (Station) to Manchester Piccadilly via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 40m.

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