The average train between Malvern and Exeter takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Malvern 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 every 4 hours between Malvern and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Malvern is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Hereford and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Malvern 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 Malvern to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Malvern station and arriving at Exeter station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Malvern to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Hereford station.
Malvern to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Malvern to Exeter train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Malvern and Exeter is 175.8 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a train from Great Malvern to Exeter St Davids via Hereford and Cardiff Central in around 5h 32m.