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Widnes to Exeter St David's by train

First train

05:08

Last train

23:17

Departure station

Widnes

Arrival station

Exeter St David's

Journey time

From 4h 43m

Distance

186 miles (300 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Widnes to Exeter St David's by train

Looking to travel from Widnes to Exeter St David's by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 7 hours 5 minutes to travel from Widnes to Exeter St David's by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 15 trains per day running along the 186 miles (300 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Exeter St David's, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Exeter St David's. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Widnes to Exeter St David's in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Widnes to Exeter St David's

Want to know more about your journey from Widnes to Exeter St David's? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I get from Widnes to Exeter St David's?

You can travel from Widnes to Exeter St David's by train in about 7 hours and 5 minutes. With around 15 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Widnes to Exeter St David's?

On average, the train journey from Widnes to Exeter St David's takes around 7 hours and 5 minutes, with 15 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Widnes to Exeter St David's?

The fastest trains from Widnes to Exeter St David's can cover the distance of 186 miles (300 km) in as little as 4 hours and 43 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Widnes to Exeter St David's?

No, you can’t travel from Widnes to Exeter St David's on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Widnes to Exeter St David's

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Widnes to Exeter St David's is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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