The average train between Exeter and Widnes takes 4h 38m 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.
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 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Widnes station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Exeter to Widnes train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Widnes train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Exeter to Widnes train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Exeter and Widnes is 298.3 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Runcorn via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 17m.