The average train between Llanelli and Exeter takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Llanelli 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 Llanelli and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Llanelli is at 6:49 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Swansea and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Llanelli 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 Llanelli to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Llanelli station and arriving at Exeter station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Llanelli to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Llanelli to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Llanelli to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Llanelli and Exeter is 115.4 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Llanelli to Exeter St Davids via Swansea and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 45m.