The average train between Bradford and Exeter takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford 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 2 hours between Bradford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 5:31 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Bradford to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Bradford to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Bradford and Exeter is 362.1 km. The road distance is 464 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 35m.