The average train between Exeter and Salford Quays takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Salford Quays. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Salford Quays station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Exeter to Salford Quays train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Salford Quays train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Exeter and Salford Quays is 317.1 km. The road distance is 400 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harbour City via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 48m.