The average train between Inverness and Exeter takes 14h 45m and the fastest train takes 10h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 4 times a day between Inverness and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Exeter at 5:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 14h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Exeter station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.
Inverness to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Inverness to Exeter train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Exeter is 752.5 km. The road distance is 1,031 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Exeter St Davids via Haymarket, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham New Street in around 11h 52m.