The average train between Exeter and Suffolk takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Suffolk. 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 Suffolk. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Suffolk at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Suffolk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Suffolk station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Exeter to Suffolk train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Suffolk train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Stowmarket station.
Book your Exeter to Suffolk train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Exeter and Suffolk is 352.3 km. The road distance is 414 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stowmarket via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 23m.