The average train between Exeter and Maidenhead takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Maidenhead. 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 Maidenhead. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Maidenhead at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Maidenhead. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Maidenhead station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Exeter to Maidenhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Maidenhead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Exeter to Maidenhead train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Maidenhead is 215.1 km. The road distance is 239 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 48m.