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Holyhead to Exeter trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Exeter takes 7h 14m 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 14m
Duration
322 mi
Distance
£188
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train
6h 41m
£140–246

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 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 321.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 14m

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 41m.

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