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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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16

train journeys
per day

198

miles (318 kms)

4hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:16 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 198 miles (318 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 58 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:14
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    4 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    19:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:40
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:13
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    21:29
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:31
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:52
    11 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    15 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Exeter Central
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Exeter Central to Manchester Piccadilly

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Exeter Central & Manchester Piccadilly. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Exeter Central and Manchester Piccadilly, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.