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.
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 8:57 PM which arrives into Croydon at 12:56 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.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Croydon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Exeter to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Croydon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Exeter and Croydon is 250.5 km. The road distance is 303 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.