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Exeter to Backwell trains

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The average train between Exeter and Backwell takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Backwell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 15m
Duration
68 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Exeter to Backwell train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Exeter and Backwell. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Backwell at 10:32 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 10m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    train train 1h 16m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Backwell? 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.

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  • Distance: 68.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Backwell, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Nailsea & Backwell every 2 hours. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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