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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Croydon takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Croydon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 15m
Duration
188 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Exeter to Croydon train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Croydon at 1:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 31m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 59m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Croydon? 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: 188 mi
  • Duration: 3h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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