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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Wales
Cheapest price
£138
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Wales will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £138.
Of the 1 trains that leave Exeter for Wales 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 329 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Wales
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 329 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£71 Average Price | £133 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Wales trains for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:05 Exeter | 6h49 | 14:54 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Wales
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Trains from Exeter to Wales run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 13:23. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 08:08 |
Last train 13:23 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Wales trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Wales from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Wales
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- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
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