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Exeter to Holyhead trains

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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
£173
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Stafford

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain train
  3. Take the train from Stafford to Holyheadtrain train
6h 35m
£139–225

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.

Frequently asked questions

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  • 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 35m.

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