The average train between Crewe and Exeter takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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 hourly between Crewe and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Crewe is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Crewe to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Crewe to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Crewe to Exeter train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Crewe and Exeter is 274.3 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 21m.