The average train between Poole and Exeter (Station) takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole to Exeter (Station). 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 4 hours between Poole and Exeter (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Exeter (Station) at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Upwey and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole to Exeter (Station)? 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 Poole to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Exeter (Station) station via Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Poole to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
The distance between Poole and Exeter (Station) is 108.3 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Exeter (Station) via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 50m.