The average train between Greenwich and Exeter takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is an hourly train service from Greenwich 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 Greenwich and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Greenwich is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Greenwich to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Greenwich station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Greenwich to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Greenwich to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Greenwich to Exeter train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Greenwich and Exeter is 260 km. The road distance is 290 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m.