The average train between Rotherham and Exeter takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 2 hours between Rotherham and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 6:06 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Rotherham to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Rotherham to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Rotherham and Exeter is 335.5 km. The road distance is 399 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 3h 54m.