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Compare train and coach for Exeter to Lichfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Lichfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 247 km
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£126 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Exeter to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Lichfield trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:05 Exeter | 4h28 | 12:33 Lichfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Exeter to Lichfield
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Trains from Exeter to Lichfield run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 3h 31m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 21:13 |
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 £29
Train companies: Cross Country from Exeter to Lichfield trainsCross Country trains will get you between Exeter and Lichfield from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Exeter to Lichfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Lichfield by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Lichfield is by coach, costing approximately £29.
A day trip from Exeter to Lichfield is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 31m. The frequency of trains for this route is 14 per day.
The train distance from Exeter to Lichfield is 247 km.
The train journey from Exeter to Lichfield offers a mix of scenic rural landscapes, charming countryside views, and glimpses of historical towns, making it a visually pleasant experience for travellers.
A two-day visit to Lichfield is ideal to explore its main attractions, including Lichfield Cathedral, Beacon Park, and Samuel Johnson's Birthplace Museum, allowing for a relaxed pace.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Lichfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £67, while the average price tends to be around £126.
The last train from Exeter to Lichfield departs at 21:13.
Booking trains from Exeter to Lichfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Lichfield.
The train journey from Exeter to Lichfield covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 3h 31m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Lichfield is Exeter Central (EXC), and it arrives at Lichfield City (LIC).
The first train from Exeter to Lichfield leaves at 6:13.
Trains from Exeter to Lichfield run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Lichfield.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Lichfield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Lichfield.
To get from Exeter to Lichfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Lichfield
Exeter
Lichfield
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to Lichfield.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Lichfield is Lichfield City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lichfield City for your journey to Lichfield from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Lichfield City
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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