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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Exeter is to bus which costs £13 - £45 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Exeter is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs £75 - £330.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Manchester to Exeter?

The distance between Manchester and Exeter is 247 miles. The road distance is 238.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £410.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids takes 4h 3m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Exeter train from?

Manchester to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Exeter?

The best way to get from Manchester to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £45 and takes 5h 52m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £330 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Manchester to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Exeter train arrive?

Manchester to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Exeter is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Manchester to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Exeter?

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

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

Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Exeter by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St DavidsManchester Piccadilly - Paignton
4h 3m
£70–410
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 52m
£14–44
Drive 237.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Exeter237.2 mi
4h 2m
£60–86
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
3h 8m
£79–321
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 DavidsSheffield - Plymouth / ...
4h 43m
£60–202
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Street101 / ...
8h 10m
£21–63

Manchester to Exeter by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids twice daily. Tickets cost £70–410 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bampfylde Street via Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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