The average train between Shrewsbury and Exeter takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 6:59 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 46m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Exeter station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Shrewsbury to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Shrewsbury to Exeter train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Shrewsbury and Exeter is 227.3 km. The road distance is 333 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 24m.