The average train between Glasgow and Exeter takes 8h 5m and the fastest train takes 7h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow 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 every 2 hours between Glasgow and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 8h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Exeter station via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.
Glasgow to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Exeter train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Glasgow to Exeter train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Glasgow and Exeter is 573.8 km. The road distance is 737 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Wigan North Western and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 23m.