The average train between Grimsby and Exeter takes 6h 51m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Exeter station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.
Grimsby to Exeter train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Exeter train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Grimsby to Exeter train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Grimsby and Exeter is 394 km. The road distance is 497 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Exeter St Davids via Sheffield in around 6h 25m.