The average train between Exeter and Lancaster takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Lancaster. 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 3 hours between Exeter and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Lancaster station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Exeter to Lancaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Lancaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Exeter to Lancaster train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Exeter and Lancaster is 372.8 km. The road distance is 464 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Lancaster via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 21m.