The average train between Exeter and Leicester takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Leicester. 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 Leicester. 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 Leicester at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Leicester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Exeter to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Exeter to Leicester train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Leicester is 269.5 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 47m.