The average train between Basildon and Exeter takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Basildon 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 hourly between Basildon and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Basildon to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Basildon to Exeter train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Paddington station.
Basildon to Exeter train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Basildon to Exeter train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Basildon and Exeter is 293.4 km. The road distance is 324 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 2h 10m.