The average train between Exeter and Islington takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Islington. 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 Islington. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Islington at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Islington. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Islington station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Exeter to Islington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Islington train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Islington train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Islington is 255.4 km. The road distance is 283 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.