The average train between Exeter and Nottingham takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Nottingham. 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 Nottingham. 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 Nottingham at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Nottingham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Exeter to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Exeter to Nottingham train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Nottingham is 296.9 km. The road distance is 356 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Nottingham via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 7m.