The average train between Folkestone and Exeter takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Exeter. 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 Folkestone and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Exeter? 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 Folkestone to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Exeter station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Folkestone to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Folkestone to Exeter train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Folkestone and Exeter is 331.6 km. The road distance is 394 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Exeter St Davids via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 44m.