The average train between Colwyn Bay and Exeter takes 5h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Colwyn Bay 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Colwyn Bay and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Colwyn Bay is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colwyn Bay 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.
No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay station and arriving at Exeter station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.
Colwyn Bay to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.
Colwyn Bay to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Colwyn Bay to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Colwyn Bay and Exeter is 286.2 km. The road distance is 447 km.
You can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Exeter St Davids via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 47m.