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Exeter to Purley trains

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The average train between Exeter and Purley takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Purley. 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 37m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain train Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 14m
£84–145

Exeter to Purley train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter and Purley. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:57 PM which arrives into Purley at 1:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 46m • 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 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 50m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 50m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink3h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Purley? 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.

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  • Distance: 191 mi
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Purley, 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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