The average train between Swanley and Exeter takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Swanley 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 Swanley and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swanley is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swanley 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 Swanley to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Swanley station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Swanley to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Paddington station.
Swanley to Exeter train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Swanley to Exeter train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Swanley and Exeter is 269.2 km. The road distance is 308 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.