The average train between Northwich and Exeter takes 6h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich 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 every 2 hours between Northwich and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwich is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Exeter at 12:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Northwich station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.
Northwich to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stockport station.
Northwich to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Northwich to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Northwich and Exeter is 290.2 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a train from Greenbank to Exeter St Davids via Stockport and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 1m.