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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Exeter takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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.

3h 36m
Duration
195 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rugby to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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.

Map of how to get from Rugby to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 194.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Rugby to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 57m.

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