Trains to Exeter from Preston (Lancs)
| First train | 04:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 4h 28m | |
| Distance | 213 miles (343 km) | |
| Frequency | 116 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter by train in 4 hours 28 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Preston (Lancs) to Exeter by train is 7 hours 25 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 28 minutes. You'll usually find 116 trains per day travelling the 213 miles (343 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Exeter. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales on your way to Exeter, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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