The average train between Exeter and Edinburgh takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 7h 31m. 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Exeter and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 3:28 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:07 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 42m.
Exeter to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Exeter and Edinburgh is 581.8 km. The road distance is 813 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £260–370 and the journey takes 7h 43m.