The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
13
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 £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 13 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 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 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.
G01080+
W34289+
G3899113:274h47Exeter St Davids (EXD)18:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£691One-way2 changes
G38959+
G1550215:505h23Exeter St Davids (EXD)21:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way1 change
G00865+
G38983+
G1493910:565h17Exeter St Davids (EXD)16:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way2 changes
G38955+
G1549811:505h23Exeter St Davids (EXD)17:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way1 change
G01075+
G38991+
W3462412:275h47Exeter St Davids (EXD)18:14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£751One-way2 changes
G0086510:564h03Exeter St Davids (EXD)14:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1961One-way0 changes
G01080 · G0088313:274h32Exeter St Davids (EXD)17:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£941One-way1 change
G01075 · G0087612:274h32Exeter St Davids (EXD)16:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1961One-way1 change
G01083 · G0089415:274h32Exeter St Davids (EXD)19:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1961One-way1 change
G01073 · G0087211:274h32Exeter St Davids (EXD)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1961One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight 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 £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 318 km
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5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 today, Wednesday 17 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00865 | On time 10:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h03 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00865+ G14939+ G38983 | On time 10:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h17 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W34566+ W34280+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | On time 11:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h04 | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G01073 · G00872 | On time 11:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h32 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G15498+ G38955 | On time 11:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h23 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G01075 · G00876 | On time 12:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h32 | 16:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G01075+ W34624+ G38991 | On time 12:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h47 | 18:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15499+ G38957 | On time 12:45 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 6h28 | 19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G01080 · G00883 | On time 13:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h32 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G01080+ W35418+ G38957 | On time 13:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h46 | 19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G01080+ W34289+ G38991 | On time 13:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h47 | 18:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15500+ Y63472+ W33863 | On time 13:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h54 | 19:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G00894 | On time 15:23 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h36 | 19:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01083 · G00894 | On time 15:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h32 | 19:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G14926+ W34024+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | On time 15:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h23 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
G15502+ G38959 | On time 15:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h23 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00723+ W34288 · W34024 · C01361 | On time 16:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h38 | 21:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00723+ G38959+ W34288 | On time 16:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 4h46 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 18:27. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 18:27 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £15. 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)
- 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
- 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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