The average train between Exeter and Middlesbrough takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Middlesbrough. 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 3 hours between Exeter and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:27 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Exeter to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Exeter to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Middlesbrough is 455.4 km. The road distance is 581 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Darlington every 2 hours. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 5h 37m.