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Trip Overview

The average train between Colwyn Bay and Exeter takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. There is a train service every few hours 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.

5h 43m
Duration
278 mi
Distance
£132
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Colwyn Bay to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Colwyn Bay and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Colwyn Bay is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country14h 34m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 55m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 13m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 11m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 8m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 8m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 8m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 8m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 3m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 6m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 1m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 4m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Colwyn Bay to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 278.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Exeter St Davids via Chester, Crewe, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 59m.

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