The average train between Exeter and Basildon takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Basildon. 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 Basildon. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Basildon at 1:09 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Basildon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Exeter to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
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The distance between Exeter and Basildon is 293.4 km. The road distance is 324 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.