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Outbound fromCambridge to Exeter Central by train
It takes an average of 5h 29m to travel from Cambridge to Exeter Central by train, over a distance of around 188 miles (302 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Exeter Central and tickets for this journey start from £60.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:53 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Exeter Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 13m | |
| Distance | 188 miles (302 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £60.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Take the train from Cambridge to Exeter Central in 4 hours 13 minutes
If you want to travel from Cambridge to Exeter Central by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cambridge to Exeter Central by train to take around 5 hours 29 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 24 trains per day running on this route, which spans 188 miles (302 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Exeter Central. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Cambridge to Exeter Central start from £60.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Exeter Central
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