The average train between Exeter and Swansea takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Swansea. 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 Swansea. 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 Swansea at 12:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Swansea station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Exeter to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swansea station.
Book your Exeter to Swansea train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Exeter and Swansea is 103.9 km. The road distance is 257 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Swansea via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 24m.