The average train between Birmingham International and Exeter takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham International 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 Birmingham International and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham International is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham International to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Birmingham International to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham International to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Birmingham International to Exeter train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Birmingham International and Exeter is 228.8 km. The road distance is 278 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m.