The average train between Exeter and Stratford takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Stratford. 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 Stratford. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Stratford at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Stratford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Exeter to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Stratford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Stratford is 262.1 km. The road distance is 291 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.