The average train between Exeter and Tunbridge Wells takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Tunbridge Wells. 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 Tunbridge Wells. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Tunbridge Wells at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 20m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


4h 16m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


9h 58m • 2 changes


6h 35m • 2 changes


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h 1m • 2 changes


4h 16m • 2 changes


6h 35m • 2 changes


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h 1m • 2 changes


4h 16m • 2 changes


6h 35m • 2 changes


4h 6m • 2 changes


4h 1m • 2 changes


4h 16m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Tunbridge Wells? 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 Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Tunbridge Wells station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Exeter to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Tunbridge Wells station.
Book your Exeter to Tunbridge Wells train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Exeter and Tunbridge Wells is 269.4 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Tunbridge Wells via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 39m.