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Exeter to Croydon trains

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The average train between Exeter and Croydon takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Exeter to Croydon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 15m
Duration
188 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London Paddington

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2h 52m
£81–144

Exeter to Croydon train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Croydon at 1:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 56m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 4m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 13m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 188 mi
  • Duration: 3h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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