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Exeter to Salford Quays trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Salford Quays takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. 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.

5h 3m
Duration
249 mi
Distance
£133
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 48m
£102–165

Exeter to Salford Quays train times

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 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryMetrolink4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryMetrolink4h 39m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Salford Quays? 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 Exeter to Salford Quays.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 248.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Salford Quays, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Harbour City via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 48m.

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