The average train between Exeter and Hove takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Hove. 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 Hove. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Hove at 12:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Hove? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Hove. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Hove station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Exeter to Hove train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Hove train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
Book your Exeter to Hove train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Southern.
The distance between Exeter and Hove is 236.6 km. The road distance is 342 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Hove via Reading and Gatwick Airport in around 4h 28m.