The average train between Leominster and Exeter takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Leominster to Exeter. 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 Leominster and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Leominster is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Exeter at 1:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leominster to Exeter? 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 Leominster to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Leominster station and arriving at Exeter station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Leominster to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Leominster station.
Leominster to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Leominster to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Leominster and Exeter is 175.9 km. The road distance is 253 km.
You can take a train from Leominster to Exeter St Davids via Newport (S Wales) and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 28m.