The average train between Derby and Exeter takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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 Derby and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby station and arriving at Exeter station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.
Derby to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Exeter train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Derby and Exeter is 282.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 12m.