The average train between Ilford and Exeter takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is an hourly train service from Ilford 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 Ilford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Ilford to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Ilford to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Ilford to Exeter train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ilford and Exeter is 267.6 km. The road distance is 297 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.