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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Edinburgh takes 8h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 10m
Duration
458 mi
Distance
£234
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Wolverhampton

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7h 40m
£190–303

Exeter to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Exeter and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 457.6 mi
  • Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley via Birmingham New Street and Wolverhampton in around 7h 40m.

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