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Crediton to Manchester by train

First train

07:18

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Crediton

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

From 4h 30m

Distance

196 miles (315 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Crediton to Manchester by train

Looking to travel from Crediton to Manchester by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 59 minutes to travel from Crediton to Manchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 30 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 196 miles (315 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Manchester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Crediton to Manchester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Crediton to Manchester? 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 Crediton to Manchester take?

The average journey time by train between Crediton and Manchester is 6 hours and 59 minutes, with around 7 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 Crediton and Manchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Crediton to Manchester is 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Crediton to Manchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Crediton to Manchester. Travelling from Crediton to Manchester by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Crediton to Manchester leave?

The first train from Crediton to Manchester leaves at 07:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Crediton to Manchester leave?

The last train from Crediton to Manchester leaves at 22:30. 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 Crediton and Manchester by train?

Trains travelling from Crediton to Manchester cover a distance of around 196 miles (315 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester to Crediton.

Cheap train tickets from Crediton to Manchester

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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