The average train between Exeter and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) takes 8h 42m and the fastest train takes 7h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). 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 every 4 hours between Exeter and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Edinburgh Airport (EDI) at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Haymarket station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.
Exeter to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.
The distance between Exeter and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 581 km. The road distance is 715 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Airport via Birmingham New Street, Wolverhampton, Haymarket, and Haymarket in around 8h 13m.