The average train between Exeter and Scotland takes 7h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Scotland. 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 Scotland. 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 Scotland at 10:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Scotland station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
Exeter to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Exeter to Scotland train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Exeter and Scotland is 675.2 km. The road distance is 737 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 7h 47m.