The average train between Lichfield and Exeter takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Lichfield 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 Lichfield and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Lichfield to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Lichfield to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Lichfield to Exeter train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Lichfield and Exeter is 247.3 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m.