The average train between Dartford and Exeter takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Dartford 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 Dartford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dartford is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Abbey Wood (London) and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dartford 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 Dartford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Exeter St Davids station via Exeter St Davids station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Dartford to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Dartford to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Dartford and Exeter is 273.4 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m.