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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Exeter takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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.

6h 22m
Duration
357 mi
Distance
£163
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 23m
£136–212

Carlisle to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country13h • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 40m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 40m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 40m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 40m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 40m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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.

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  • Distance: 356.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 23m.

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