The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
28
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 28 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the 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 .
On Fri, Jun 19 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 · G011315:11 AM4h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:46 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)$791One-way1 transfer
G01022 · G0114812:25 PM4h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$791One-way1 transfer
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G15046+
W298689:30 AM5h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1001One-way2 transfers
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G15045+
W298628:30 AM5h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1001One-way2 transfers
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G15186+
G011386:27 AM5h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:25 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1001One-way2 transfers
G011502:03 PM4h06Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:09 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$2621One-way0 transfers
G01039 · G011666:25 PM4h17Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:42 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$1391One-way1 transfer
G01027 · G011532:25 PM4h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:43 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$2621One-way1 transfer
G01009 · W298629:25 AM4h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$2811One-way1 transfer
G01005 · G011408:25 AM4h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)$2811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from $21. 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 bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$94 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD):
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average $94 (€77).
A bus is $121 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) costing on average $156 (€128).
Other travel options to Exeter St Davids (EXD) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 7h 2m.
Tickets start at around $94 (€77) compared to roughly $86 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.91 (€-6.48). The journey takes 4h 39m versus 4h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01039 · G01166 | On time 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h17 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
G00997 · G01131 | 5:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h35 | 9:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W33950+ G01133 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h42 | 10:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
W34115+ G01135 | 6:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h21 | 11:44 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38866+ G15186+ G01138 | 6:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h58 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G38866+ G15043+ G01138 | 6:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h58 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01138 | 8:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 12:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01005 · G01140 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38870+ G15188 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h02 | 2:32 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38870+ G15045+ W29862 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h14 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01009 · W29862 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 1:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38873+ G15046+ W29868 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h14 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01013 · W29868 | 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38874+ G15189 | 10:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h51 | 4:21 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01018 · W29873 | 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01022 · G01148 | 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h19 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38878+ G15049+ W29884 | 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h16 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01024 · W29884 | 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h21 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01150 | 2:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h06 | 6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01027 · G01153 | 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h18 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38882+ W35198+ G01154 | 2:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G38882+ Y41684 | 2:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h59 | 8:29 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01032 · G01154 | 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h25 | 7:50 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38885+ G15192 | 3:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h55 | 9:25 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G01035 · G01161_G66477 | 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 8:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
G38886+ W35437+ G01166 | 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h12 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G38886+ Y41690+ G01166 | 4:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h12 | 10:42 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
G01043 · W29909 | 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h20 | 9:45 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
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 $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 6:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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 $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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