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The average train between Southport and Exeter takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport 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.

6h 21m
Duration
271 mi
Distance
£133
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Southport to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Southport and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Exeter at 10:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 37m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h 10m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 48m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    MerseyrailAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h 10m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country6h 10m • 2 changes
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    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCross Country5h 42m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southport 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.

Map of how to get from Southport to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 271.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Southport to Exeter St Davids via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 32m.

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