The average train between Gloucester and Exeter takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Exeter at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Exeter station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.
Gloucester to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Gloucester to Exeter train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Gloucester and Exeter is 155.2 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 17m.