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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Wells to Exeter. The train trip from Wells to Exeter is usually about 40 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 40m |
Lowest price | £6.40 |
Trains per day | 5 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Downeaster |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Wells to Exeter?
Amtrak Downeaster is the one and only train line which connects Wells to Exeter. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Downeaster | 5 | 0h 40m | £11.00 |
The Amtrak Downeaster provides passenger rail service in New England along the northeastern seaboard. The line is especially popular in the summer months for coastal getaways, and in the fall to see the incredible foliage along the train route. Choose between Coach Class or Business Class, the latter offering more comfortable seating, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, and a more flexible ticket cancellation policy. All passengers are treated to free onboard WiFi and access to the cafe car to buy a snack or coffee. The Downeaster runs 5 trips from Wells to Exeter each day, and with ticket prices starting at just £6, this is one of the most affordable trains in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wells to Exeter. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wells at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Wells to Exeter.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Exeter to Wells.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wells?
Main departure station: Transit Station - 696 Sanford Rd
There is one train station in Wells.
All train stations in Wells:
Transit Station - 696 Sanford Rd
Where is the train station in Exeter?
Main arrival station: 60 Lincoln St at Railroad Ave
Exeter has one train station.
Train stations in Exeter:
60 Lincoln St at Railroad Ave
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