The average train between Rochester and Exeter takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Rochester 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 Rochester and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Exeter station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Rochester to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Rochester to Exeter train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Rochester and Exeter is 291.3 km. The road distance is 334 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Exeter St Davids via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 15m.