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Trip Overview

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.

2h 42m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
£88
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Exeter to Islington train times

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 9:14 PM which arrives into Islington at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 42m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 57m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)4h 41m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 42m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 56m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 26m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Islington? 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.

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  • Distance: 175.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Islington, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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