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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Exeter takes 8h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

8h 19m
Duration
458 mi
Distance
£236
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Wolverhampton

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  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 32m
£190–304

Edinburgh to Exeter train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 8h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 457.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter St Davids via Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 32m.

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