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Trip Overview

The average train between Melksham and Exeter takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham 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.

2h 38m
Duration
87 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Melksham to Exeter train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Melksham and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 32m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 2m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 45m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 59m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 26m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melksham 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.

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  • Distance: 87.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Exeter, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davids every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 5m. South Western Railway also services this route twice daily.

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