What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £23 - £65 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester is to fly and line 111 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £65 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Exeter and arriving at Manchester via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Exeter and Greater Manchester is 207 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 55m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Greater Manchester bus from?

Exeter to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Exeter station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 55m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Exeter to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Exeter to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Greater Manchester is 238 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Exeter to Greater Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Greater Manchester?

Book your Exeter to Greater Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3551+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Exeter to Greater Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, line 111 bus
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
2h 56m
£68–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchesterbus Uk071
6h 45m
£23–62
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 55m
£119–189
Drive 236.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Greater Manchestercar 236.7 mi
3h 56m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 16m
£133–185
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 15m
£117–215

Exeter to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Greater Manchester.

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Maine Road via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Charlotte Street in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exeter to Manchester via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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