Manchester Airport to Exeter train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Manchester Airport to Exeter by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Exeter take around 4 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 306 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:38. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester Airport at around 00:38, with the last train leaving at around 19:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £89.68.

We think any time is a great time to visit Exeter, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Exeter.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Airport to Exeter?

The journey between Manchester Airport and Exeter usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester Airport to Exeter every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester Airport to Exeter?

The Manchester Airport to Exeter train travel takes about 4 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester Airport to Exeter train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Exeter leaving Manchester Airport at around 00:38 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester Airport at around 00:38, with the final departure at 19:00.