The average train between Worcester and Exeter takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester 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 Worcester and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Exeter at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Worcester station and arriving at Exeter station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Worcester to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Worcester to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Worcester to Exeter train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Worcester and Exeter is 186.5 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Exeter St Davids via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 56m.