Exeter to Manchester Airport by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Manchester Airport

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Manchester Airport, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:06 View journey
Last train 23:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 306
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$514.00 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 57m
Train operators 14

From Exeter to Manchester Airport by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Exeter to Manchester Airport by train. With 21 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Exeter to Manchester Airport

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Exeter to Manchester Airport:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$514.00

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Exeter to Manchester Airport departure frequency and train timetable

With 21 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 46 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:06 and the last one is at 23:57. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:06, with the last one at 19:27.

Travel time and distance between Exeter and Manchester Airport

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 23 minutes, covering a total of 306 kilometres.

When do tickets between Exeter and Manchester Airport go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Exeter and Manchester Airport 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Exeter to Manchester Airport travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Manchester Airport.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter to Manchester Airport

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter to Manchester Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Exeter and Manchester Airport by train is 306 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.