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Outbound fromGlasgow Central to Exeter by train
It takes an average of 9h 20m to travel from Glasgow Central to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 356 miles (574 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £86.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 09:55 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 8h 49m | |
| Distance | 356 miles (574 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £86.10 | |
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Taking the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter in 8 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow Central to Exeter? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 20 minutes to travel the 356 miles (574 km) from Glasgow Central to Exeter by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Exeter.
Book train tickets from Glasgow Central to Exeter in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £86.10. 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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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Exeter
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow Central to Exeter is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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