The average train between Loughborough and Exeter takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. 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 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Loughborough is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Loughborough station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Loughborough to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester 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 348 km.
You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Exeter St Davids via Leicester and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 47m.