The average train between Sleaford and Exeter takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Exeter at 1:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Exeter station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Sleaford to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Grantham station.
Sleaford to Exeter train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Sleaford to Exeter train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sleaford and Exeter is 331.3 km. The road distance is 479 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Exeter St Davids via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 41m.