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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Exeter Central takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Exeter Central. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 32m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Birmingham to Exeter Central train times

Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Exeter Central. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Exeter Central at 10:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 32m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 21m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 20m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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    train train 2h 33m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Exeter Central? 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.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Exeter Central.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Exeter Central, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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