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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Exeter takes 7h 56m 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.

7h 56m
Duration
458 mi
Distance
£202
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Warrington

best
  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train
8h 27m
£170–270

Glasgow to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Glasgow and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 7h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 5m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 8m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 10m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 10m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 10m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 20m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 17m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 457.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Exeter St Davids via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 27m.

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