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Compare train and coach for Exeter to Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £146.
Distance: 263 km
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£164 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Wellingborough run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £146 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 4h 59m.
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 £19
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £146 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 21:59 |
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 £19
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Exeter to Wellingborough trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Exeter and Wellingborough from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£34
Great Western Rail frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£264
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Exeter to Wellingborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Exeter to Wellingborough is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 59m. There are 11 trains per day covering a distance of 263 km.
The train journey from Exeter to Wellingborough offers scenic views of the English countryside, with rolling hills and picturesque villages along the route.
A two to three-day visit to Wellingborough is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Wellingborough Museum, Irchester Country Park, and the historic market town centre.
The train distance from Exeter to Wellingborough is 263 km.
To get from Exeter to Wellingborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Exeter to Wellingborough covers a distance of 263 km and takes approximately 4h 59m. Trains run 11 per day.
The first train from Exeter to Wellingborough leaves at 4:41.
In Wellingborough, you can enjoy a variety of activities. Visit The Castle Theatre for performances, Nene Court Shopping Village for unique shops and eateries, and Santa Pod Raceway for exciting motorsport events. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate Wellingborough Golf Club, while Sywell Country Park offers a lovely spot for picnics and nature walks. For sightseeing, explore Irchester Country Park with its walking trails and railway museum, delve into local history at Wellingborough Museum, or enjoy birdwatching at Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve. Don't miss the architectural beauty of All Hallows Church and the historic charm of The Hind Hotel.
The last train from Exeter to Wellingborough departs at 21:59.
Booking trains from Exeter to Wellingborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Exeter to Wellingborough run approximately 11 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Wellingborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £146, while the average price tends to be around £164.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Wellingborough.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Wellingborough is by coach, costing approximately £19.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Wellingborough.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Wellingborough is Exeter St Davids (EXD), and it arrives at Wellingborough station (WEL).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Wellingborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Wellingborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Wellingborough
Exeter
Wellingborough
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your trip from Exeter to Wellingborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike 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
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Wellingborough is Wellingborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wellingborough for your journey to Wellingborough from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 22:15 Sunday 07:45 - 22:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at the front of the station. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to north car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wellingborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches will leave from the front of the station
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