The average train between Exeter and Whitchurch takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Whitchurch. 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 4 hours between Exeter and Whitchurch. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Whitchurch at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Whitchurch? 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 Exeter to Whitchurch. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Whitchurch station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Exeter to Whitchurch train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Whitchurch train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Whitchurch (Shrops) station.
Book your Exeter to Whitchurch train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Exeter and Whitchurch is 256.4 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Whitchurch (Shrops) via Bristol Parkway and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 55m.