The average train between Exeter and Lewes takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Lewes. 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 Lewes. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Lewes at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Lewes? 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 Lewes. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Lewes station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Exeter to Lewes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Lewes station.
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The distance between Exeter and Lewes is 249.1 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Lewes via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 57m.