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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 4 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 318 km
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Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 6h29 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 6h25 | 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:16 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h03 | 13:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h32 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 14:50 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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