The average train between Exeter and Swindon takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Swindon. 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 Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Swindon at 5:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Swindon? 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 Swindon. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Exeter to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.
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The distance between Exeter and Swindon is 153.1 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Swindon via Bristol Temple Meads in around 1h 55m.