The average train between Fishguard and Exeter takes 7h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Fishguard to Exeter. 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 3 times a day between Fishguard and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 8:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Fishguard is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 7h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Fishguard to Exeter? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Fishguard to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Fishguard station and arriving at Exeter station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.
Fishguard to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Fishguard & Goodwick station.
Fishguard to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Fishguard to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Fishguard and Exeter is 173.4 km. The road distance is 371 km.
You can take a train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 14m.