The average train between Exeter and Banbury takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Banbury. 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 Exeter and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Banbury at 9:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Banbury? 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 Exeter to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Banbury station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Exeter to Banbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Banbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Exeter to Banbury train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Banbury is 212.5 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Banbury via Reading in around 2h 52m.