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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 30 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.
G00997 · G011315:114h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:46Exeter St Davids (EXD)£591One-way1 change
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Y416699:306h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)15:32Exeter St Davids (EXD)£751One-way1 change- G38870+G151888:306h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:32Exeter St Davids (EXD)£751One-way1 change
- G38874+G1518910:305h51Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:21Exeter St Davids (EXD)£751One-way1 change
- G38870+W29862+G150458:305h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:44Exeter St Davids (EXD)£751One-way2 changes
- G0115014:034h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:09Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1961One-way0 changes
- G01039 · G0116618:254h17Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)22:42Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1961One-way1 change
- G01027 · G0115314:254h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:43Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1961One-way1 change
- G01013 · W2986810:254h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:44Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1961One-way1 change
- G01009 · W298629:254h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:44Exeter St Davids (EXD)£2091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 318 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00997 · G01131 | 5:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h35 | 9:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
 W33950+G01133 | 6:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h42 | 10:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38866+G15043+G01138 | 6:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h58 | 12:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01003 · G01135 | 7:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 11:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38868+G15187 | 7:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h01 | 13:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01138 | 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 12:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01005 · G01140 | 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 12:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38870+G15188 | 8:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h02 | 14:32 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38870+W29862+G15045 | 8:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h14 | 13:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01009 · W29862 | 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 13:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38873+Y41669 | 9:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h02 | 15:32 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38873+W29868+G15046 | 9:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h14 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01013 · W29868 | 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38874+G15189 | 10:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h51 | 16:21 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01018 · W29873 | 11:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 15:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01022 · G01148 | 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 16:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38878+G15049+W29884 | 12:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h16 | 17:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01024 · W29884 | 13:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 17:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38880+W35435+G01153 | 13:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h13 | 18:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01150 | 14:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h06 | 18:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01027 · G01153 | 14:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h18 | 18:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38882+Y41684 | 14:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h59 | 20:29 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38882+W35198+G01154 | 14:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h20 | 19:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01032 · G01154 | 15:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h25 | 19:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38885+G15192 | 15:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h55 | 21:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01035 · G01161_G66477 | 16:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 20:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G38886+Y41690+G01166 | 16:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h12 | 22:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G38886+W35437+G01166 | 16:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h12 | 22:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G01043 · W29909 | 17:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h20 | 21:45 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01039 · G01166 | 18:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h17 | 22:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 18:25 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 Exeter St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
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