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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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16

train journeys
per day

76

miles (123 kms)

3hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Exeter Central is approximately 76 miles (123 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 34 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Exeter Central.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:51
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:37
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    19:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:41
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    00:02
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:20
    8 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:18
    Christchurch
    Exeter Central
    Christchurch to Exeter Central

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Exeter Central

The travel time between Christchurch and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Christchurch and Exeter Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Exeter Central. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Exeter Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Christchurch and Exeter Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.