The average train between Exeter and North London takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to North London. 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 North London. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into North London at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to North London. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at North London station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Exeter to North London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to North London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
The distance between Exeter and North London is 254.8 km. The road distance is 284 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.