First train | 04:33 | |
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Last train | 22:49 | |
Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
Arrival station | Exeter St Thomas | |
Journey time | From 4h 51m | |
Distance | 213 miles (343 km) | |
Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
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The train from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas usually takes 6 hours 49 minutes on average to travel 213 miles (343 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 51 minutes. You can expect to find 10 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Exeter St Thomas, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Preston (Lancs) and Exeter St Thomas is 6 hours and 49 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas is 4 hours and 51 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas. Travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas leaves at 04:33. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas leaves at 22:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter St Thomas cover a distance of around 213 miles (343 km) during the journey.
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