The average train between Loughborough and Exeter takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Loughborough 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 Loughborough and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 1:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Loughborough is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Loughborough station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Loughborough to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Loughborough to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Loughborough to Exeter train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Loughborough and Exeter is 278 km. The road distance is 358 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 19m.