The average train between Kent and Exeter takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ashford International station and arriving at Exeter St Davids station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Kent to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
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The distance between Kent and Exeter is 302.3 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Exeter St Davids via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 7m.