The average train between Exeter and Cheam takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Cheam. 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 Cheam. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Cheam at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Cheam. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Cheam station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Exeter to Cheam train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.
Exeter to Cheam train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.
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The distance between Exeter and Cheam is 242 km. The road distance is 285 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £65–160 and the journey takes 3h 5m.