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Outbound fromBlackburn to Exeter by train
It takes an average of 7h 42m to travel from Blackburn to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 214 miles (344 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Blackburn to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £77.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:36 | |
| Departure station | Blackburn | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 5h 24m | |
| Distance | 214 miles (344 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £77.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Blackburn to Exeter in 5 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Blackburn to Exeter? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 42 minutes to travel the 214 miles (344 km) from Blackburn to Exeter by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to Exeter. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Blackburn to Exeter in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £77.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Exeter by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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