The average train between Exeter and Crewe takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Crewe. 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 Crewe. 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 Crewe at 6:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Crewe station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Exeter to Crewe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Crewe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Exeter to Crewe train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Exeter and Crewe is 274.3 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Crewe via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 38m.