First train | 05:11 | |
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Last train | 17:48 | |
Departure station | York | |
Arrival station | Exeter St David's | |
Journey time | From 4h 56m | |
Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £41.80 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from York to Exeter St David's? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 22 minutes to travel the 246 miles (396 km) from York to Exeter St David's by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 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 St David's.
Book train tickets from York to Exeter St David's in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £41.80. 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 St David's by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between York and Exeter St David's is 5 hours and 22 minutes, with around 18 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from York to Exeter St David's is 4 hours and 56 minutes.
Train ticket prices from York to Exeter St David's can start from as little as £41.80 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from York to Exeter St David's without having to change trains. There are 18 direct trains from York to Exeter St David's each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from York to Exeter St David's leaves at 05:11. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from York to Exeter St David's leaves at 17:48. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from York to Exeter St David's cover a distance of around 246 miles (396 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Exeter St David's to York.
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