Crewe to Exeter train with Cross Country

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Avanti West Coast
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

5 h 21 m

Average duration

5 h 21 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

274 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Crewe to Exeter will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Crewe for Exeter every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Transport for Wales
07:105h21
Crewe
12:31Exeter
£631One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Crewe to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £60.

Distance: 274 km

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Coach

£73

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 9m

Average total duration

8h 39m

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Live departures

Crewe to Exeter train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country03:43 Crewe
4h25
08:08 Exeter0 changesdirect
cross_country04:58 Crewe
3h48
08:46 Exeter0 changesdirect
cross_country07:48 Crewe
3h56
11:44 Exeter0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Crewe to Exeter

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Trains from Crewe to Exeter run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance
274 km
Average train duration
4h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£60
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
3h 48m
First train
05:13
Last train
20:19
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26

Train companies: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Crewe to Exeter trainsCross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe and Exeter from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
£262
Avanti West Coast frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 1m
Cheapest Price
£249
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Crewe to Exeter train

FAQs: Travel by train from Crewe to Exeter easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Crewe to Exeter.
FAQs
Booking trains from Crewe to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Crewe to Exeter is 274 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Crewe to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Crewe to Exeter covers a distance of 274 km and takes approximately 3h 48m. Trains run 13 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Crewe to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £26.
The train station in Crewe that goes to Exeter is Crewe station (CRE), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The first train from Crewe to Exeter leaves at 5:13.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crewe to Exeter.
The last train from Crewe to Exeter departs at 20:19.
Yes, you can take the train from Crewe to Exeter.
Trains from Crewe to Exeter run approximately 13 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crewe to Exeter.
There is no night train service from Crewe to Exeter.
To get from Crewe to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Exeter

Crewe
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Crewe is Crewe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crewe for your trip from Crewe to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: all platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Crewe
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.

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