The average train between Ely and Exeter takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is an hourly train service from Ely 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 Ely and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ely 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 Ely to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Exeter station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Ely to Exeter train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Exeter train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Ely to Exeter train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ely and Exeter is 321.4 km. The road distance is 395 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Exeter St Davids via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 6m.