The average train between Exeter and Taplow takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Taplow. 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 Taplow. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Taplow at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Taplow. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Taplow station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Exeter to Taplow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Taplow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Exeter to Taplow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Taplow is 217.4 km. The road distance is 242 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 48m.