The average train between Exeter and Burnham takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Burnham. 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 Exeter and Burnham. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Burnham at 12:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Burnham. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Burnham station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Exeter to Burnham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Burnham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Exeter to Burnham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Exeter and Burnham is 219.7 km. The road distance is 244 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 48m.