The average train between Stratford and Exeter takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Stratford 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 Stratford and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Stratford is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Exeter at 3:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Stratford station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Stratford to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Stratford to Exeter train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Stratford to Exeter train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Stratford and Exeter is 262.1 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 8m.