The average train between Aberystwyth and Exeter takes 7h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aberystwyth and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.
Aberystwyth to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Exeter is 192 km. The road distance is 463 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 25m.