The average train between Whitehaven and Exeter takes 13h 26m and the fastest train takes 8h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitehaven 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 twice daily between Whitehaven and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 8:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitehaven is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 13h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven 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 Whitehaven to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven station and arriving at Exeter station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 26m.
Whitehaven to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Corkickle station.
Whitehaven to Exeter train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Whitehaven to Exeter train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Whitehaven and Exeter is 425.4 km. The road distance is 591 km.
You can take a train from Corkickle to Exeter St Davids via Lancaster and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 3m.