The average train between Exeter and Dartford takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Dartford. 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 Dartford. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Dartford at 12:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Dartford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Exeter to Dartford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Dartford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Dartford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Dartford is 273.4 km. The road distance is 311 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.