The average train between Runcorn and Exeter takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Runcorn to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Runcorn to Exeter train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Exeter is 296.2 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 49m.