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Trip Overview

The average train between Accrington and Exeter takes 5h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Accrington to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 55m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
£145
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Accrington to Exeter train times

Trains run twice daily between Accrington and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 12:28 PM which arrives into Exeter at 6:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country7h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Accrington to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 280.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Exeter St Davids via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 21m.

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