The average train between Grays and Exeter takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Grays 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 Grays and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grays is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Grays 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 Grays to Exeter. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Exeter St Davids station via Exeter St Davids station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Grays to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Grays to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Grays and Exeter is 281.7 km. The road distance is 309 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m.