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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Exeter takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

4h 34m
Duration
238 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross Country4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 17m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 237.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Exeter St Davids via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 50m.

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