The average train between Exeter and Kings Cross takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Kings Cross. 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 Kings Cross. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Kings Cross at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Kings Cross. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Kings Cross station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Exeter to Kings Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Kings Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Exeter to Kings Cross train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Exeter and Kings Cross is 253.9 km. The road distance is 282 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 14m.