The average train between Cambridge Station and Exeter takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge Station 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 Cambridge Station and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge Station is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge Station 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 Cambridge Station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Station station and arriving at Exeter station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Cambridge Station to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge Station to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Cambridge Station to Exeter train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Cambridge Station and Exeter is 302 km. The road distance is 378 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Exeter St Davids via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 1m.