The average train between Burnley and Exeter takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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 Burnley and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Burnley to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Burnley to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Burnley to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Burnley and Exeter is 352 km. The road distance is 467 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Exeter St Davids via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 35m.