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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Exeter takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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.

7h 8m
Duration
322 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Holyhead to Exeter train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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.

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 321.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Exeter St Davids via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 34m.

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