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Exeter St David's to Water Orton by train

First train

06:27

Last train

20:56

Departure station

Exeter St David's

Arrival station

Water Orton

Journey time

From 2h 53m

Distance

146 miles (235 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry

Travelling from Exeter St David's to Water Orton by train

Looking to travel from Exeter St David's to Water Orton by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 53 minutes to travel from Exeter St David's to Water Orton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 146 miles (235 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Water Orton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. CrossCountry are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Water Orton in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Exeter St David's to Water Orton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Exeter St David's to Water Orton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton take?

The average journey time by train between Exeter St David's and Water Orton is 4 hours and 53 minutes, with around 1 train 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Exeter St David's and Water Orton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton is 2 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton?

No, there are no direct train services from Exeter St David's to Water Orton. Travelling from Exeter St David's to Water Orton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton leave?

The first train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton leaves at 06:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton leave?

The last train from Exeter St David's to Water Orton leaves at 20:56. 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.

What's the distance between Exeter St David's and Water Orton by train?

Trains travelling from Exeter St David's to Water Orton cover a distance of around 146 miles (235 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Exeter St David's to Water Orton

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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