The average train between Exeter and Chester takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Chester. 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 Exeter and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Chester. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Exeter to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Chester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Exeter to Chester train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Chester is 277.7 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 4h 21m.