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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Exeter is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Exeter is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Exeter?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Exeter is 243 miles. The road distance is 238.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Exeter without a car is to bus which takes 5h 38m and costs £13 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Greater Manchester to Exeter, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Exeter is to bus which takes 5h 38m and costs £13 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £270 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Exeter is 238 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Greater Manchester to Exeter.

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1364+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 38m
£14–36
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St DavidsManchester Piccadilly - Paignton
5h 38m
£55–270
Drive 236.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Exeter236.9 mi
3h 54m
£59–85
Line 143 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Chester Street
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
3h 38m
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 43m
£54–202
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
8h 10m
£89–161

Greater Manchester to Exeter by bus

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Distance: 241.4 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £55–270 and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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