Exeter to Chester by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Chester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Chester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:06 View journey
Last train 21:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 279
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey €603.57 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr
Train operators 11

Taking the train from Exeter to Chester

So you’re considering going from Exeter to Chester by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Exeter and Chester

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €601.17, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel between Exeter and Chester

If you are taking the train from Exeter to Chester, you will have 39 trains each day (with a departure every 11 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:24. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:49. On weekends, the first train departs at 01:06, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:02.

Exeter to Chester train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 279 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 10 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Exeter and Chester?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Exeter and Chester 5 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Exeter to Chester

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Chester city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter to Chester

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

The train journey between Exeter and Chester covers 279 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.