The average train between Exeter and West Midlands (county) takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to West Midlands (county). 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 West Midlands (county). 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 West Midlands (county) at 5:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to West Midlands (county). However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at West Midlands (county) station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Exeter to West Midlands (county) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to West Midlands (county) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Exeter to West Midlands (county) train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Exeter and West Midlands (county) is 229.6 km. The road distance is 269 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 28m.