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The average train between Exeter and Widnes takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Widnes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 37m
Duration
239 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain train Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 18m
£95–167

Exeter to Widnes train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Widnes. 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 Widnes at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 23m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 57m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 1m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 1m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 1m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Widnes? 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 Widnes.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 239.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Widnes, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 18m.

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