The average train between Erith and Exeter takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is an hourly train service from Erith 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 Erith and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erith is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Abbey Wood (London) and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Erith to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Erith station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Erith to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Paddington station.
Erith to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Erith to Exeter train tickets online with Southeastern, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Erith and Exeter is 271.9 km. The road distance is 306 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.