The average train between South Norwood and Exeter takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is an hourly train service from South Norwood 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 South Norwood and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Norwood is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Exeter at 4:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from South Norwood to Exeter. However, there are services departing from South Norwood station and arriving at Exeter station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
South Norwood to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Paddington station.
South Norwood to Exeter train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your South Norwood to Exeter train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between South Norwood and Exeter is 252.7 km. The road distance is 300 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 2h 10m.