The average train between Exeter and Loughborough takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Loughborough. 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 Loughborough. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Loughborough at 4:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Loughborough station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Exeter to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Exeter to Loughborough train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Exeter and Loughborough is 278 km. The road distance is 355 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 9m.