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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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12

train journeys
per day

361

miles (582 kms)

7hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 01:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central is approximately 361 miles (582 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 48 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:06
    7 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    7 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    7 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    15:53
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    8 hrs 1 change
    17:07
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    8 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    7 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    8 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    20:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    8 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    21:21
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:03
    7 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    21:55
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    7 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    23:03
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    17:07
    12 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    05:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    21:00
    13 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Exeter Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Exeter Central

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:01.

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Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Exeter Central. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Exeter Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.