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Chester to Exeter trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Exeter takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. 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 37m
Duration
238 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 56m
£111–189

Chester to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 237.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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 56m.

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