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It takes an average of 6h 19m to travel from Manchester Airport to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 191 miles (307 km). There are normally 37 trains per day travelling from Manchester Airport to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £66.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:46 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Airport | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 4h 8m | |
| Distance | 191 miles (307 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £66.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Manchester Airport to Exeter by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Airport to Exeter? Look no further.
You'll usually find 37 trains per day running between Manchester Airport and Exeter, which usually take 6 hours 19 minutes to complete the 191 miles (307 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Exeter by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Manchester Airport to Exeter start from £66.60 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Exeter? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester Airport to Exeter?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Exeter?
The price of train tickets from Manchester Airport to Exeter starts at £66.60 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.