The average train between Exeter and Slough takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is an hourly train service from Exeter to Slough. 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 Slough. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Slough at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Slough. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Slough station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Exeter to Slough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Slough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Exeter to Slough train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Slough is 222.5 km. The road distance is 248 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 48m.