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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Exeter takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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.

7h 13m
Duration
322 mi
Distance
£149
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Stafford

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain train
  2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train
6h 33m
£122–201

Holyhead to Exeter train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Holyhead and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 59m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 57m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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: 321.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Exeter St Davids via Stafford and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 33m.

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