The average train between Exeter and Chessington takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Chessington. 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 Chessington. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Chessington at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Chessington? 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 Chessington. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Chessington station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Exeter to Chessington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Chessington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Chessington train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Exeter and Chessington is 236.3 km. The road distance is 300 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 2h 13m.