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Trains from Southampton Central to Exeter Central (EXC)

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32

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Exeter Central is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Exeter Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:18
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:38
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:19
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:11
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:38
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    17:40
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:09
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    18:39
    Southampton Central
    Exeter Central
    Southampton Central to Exeter Central

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Exeter Central

The travel time between Southampton Central and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Southampton Central and Exeter Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Exeter Central. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Exeter Central.

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