The average train between Exeter and Stroud takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Stroud. 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 Stroud. 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 Stroud at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Stroud station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Exeter to Stroud train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Stroud train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stroud (Glos) station.
Book your Exeter to Stroud train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Exeter and Stroud is 146.9 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stroud (Glos) via Cheltenham Spa in around 2h 57m.