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The average train between Congleton and Exeter takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Congleton 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.

5h 16m
Duration
221 mi
Distance
£110
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New Streettrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 48m
£87–152

Congleton to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Congleton and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Stoke-on-Trent and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 16m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country10h 42m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country10h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country4h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Congleton 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.

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  • Distance: 220.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Congleton, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Congleton to Exeter St Davids via Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 48m.

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