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Exeter to Prestatyn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Prestatyn takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Prestatyn. 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 28m
Duration
264 mi
Distance
£128
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Chester to Prestatyntrain train
4h 58m
£104–179

Exeter to Prestatyn train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Prestatyn. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Prestatyn at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast5h 10m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 59m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 59m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 54m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 59m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 52m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Prestatyn? 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 Exeter to Prestatyn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 264.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Prestatyn via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, and Chester in around 4h 58m.

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