The average train between Pwllheli and Exeter takes 10h 53m and the fastest train takes 8h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Pwllheli 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 5 times a day between Pwllheli and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pwllheli is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 10h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pwllheli 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 Pwllheli to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Pwllheli station and arriving at Exeter station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.
Pwllheli to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pwllheli station.
Pwllheli to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Pwllheli to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Pwllheli and Exeter is 248.3 km. The road distance is 522 km.
You can take a train from Pwllheli to Exeter St Davids via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 6m.