The average train between Exeter and Irvine takes 9h 15m and the fastest train takes 8h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Irvine. 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 Irvine. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Irvine at 11:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 9h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Irvine station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.
Exeter to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Exeter to Irvine train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Irvine is 549.5 km. The road distance is 784 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Irvine via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 47m.