The average train between Exeter and Nottingham takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Nottingham. 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 Nottingham at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. 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 Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
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 Derby station.
Book your Exeter to Nottingham train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Exeter and Nottingham is 296.9 km. The road distance is 353 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 8m.