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Exeter to Salford Central by train

First train

08:27

Last train

09:27

Departure station

Exeter

Arrival station

Salford Central

Journey time

From 4h 51m

Distance

199 miles (320 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Exeter to Salford Central in 4 hours 51 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Exeter to Salford Central? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 51 minutes to travel the 199 miles (320 km) from Exeter to Salford Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Salford Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Exeter to Salford Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Salford Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter to Salford Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Exeter to Salford Central take?

The average journey time by train between Exeter and Salford Central is 4 hours and 51 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Exeter and Salford Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Exeter to Salford Central is 4 hours and 51 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Exeter to Salford Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Exeter to Salford Central. Travelling from Exeter to Salford Central by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Exeter to Salford Central leave?

The first train from Exeter to Salford Central leaves at 08:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Exeter to Salford Central leave?

The last train from Exeter to Salford Central leaves at 09:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Exeter and Salford Central by train?

Trains travelling from Exeter to Salford Central cover a distance of around 199 miles (320 km) during the journey.

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