The average train between Exeter and Hull takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Hull. 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 2 hours between Exeter and Hull. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Hull at 12:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Hull. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Hull station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.
Exeter to Hull train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Hull train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Exeter to Hull train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Hull is 400 km. The road distance is 481 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Hull via Sheffield in around 5h 50m.