The average train between Croydon and Exeter takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Croydon 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 Croydon and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Croydon is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 59m • 2 changes


3h 13m • 2 changes


2h 56m • 2 changes


3h 17m • 2 changes


3h 12m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes


3h 2m • 2 changes


3h 12m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes


3h 2m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Croydon 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 Croydon to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Croydon station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Croydon to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Paddington station.
Croydon to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Croydon to Exeter train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Croydon and Exeter is 250.5 km. The road distance is 303 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m.