The average train between South Shields and Exeter takes 7h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields 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 South Shields and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 7h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Exeter. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.
South Shields to Exeter train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Exeter train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
The distance between South Shields and Exeter is 495.7 km. The road distance is 612 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Exeter St Davids via Central Station, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 18m.