The average train between Exeter and Rugby takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Rugby. 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 Rugby. 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 Rugby at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Exeter to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Exeter to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Exeter and Rugby is 240.9 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 19m.