The average train between Exeter and Southwark takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Southwark. 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 Southwark. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Southwark at 12:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Southwark. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Southwark station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Exeter to Southwark train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Southwark train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Southwark train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Exeter and Southwark is 254.2 km. The road distance is 284 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.