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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Holyhead takes 8h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Holyhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 6m
Duration
322 mi
Distance
£147
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Exeter to Holyhead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Exeter and Holyhead. 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 Holyhead at 11:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 22m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryCross CountryAvanti West Coast12h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 25m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Holyhead? 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 Exeter to Holyhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 321.8 mi
  • Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Holyhead, Wales?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Holyhead via Birmingham New Street and Stafford in around 6h 33m.

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