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Trip Overview

The average train between Sheffield and Exeter takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 48m
Duration
242 mi
Distance
£130
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Sheffield to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Sheffield and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 57m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 3h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 241.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 48m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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