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Exeter to Montrose by train

First train

05:16

Last train

19:56

Departure station

Exeter

Arrival station

Montrose

Journey time

From 8h 53m

Distance

416 miles (670 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Exeter to Montrose by train

Looking to travel from Exeter to Montrose by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 11 hours 16 minutes to travel from Exeter to Montrose by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 416 miles (670 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Montrose, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to get to Montrose. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Exeter to Montrose 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 to Montrose? 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 to Montrose take?

The average journey time by train between Exeter and Montrose is 11 hours and 16 minutes, with around 5 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Exeter and Montrose by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Exeter to Montrose is 8 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Exeter to Montrose?

No, there are no direct train services from Exeter to Montrose. Travelling from Exeter to Montrose by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Exeter to Montrose leave?

The first train from Exeter to Montrose leaves at 05:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Exeter to Montrose leave?

The last train from Exeter to Montrose leaves at 19:56. 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 and Montrose by train?

Trains travelling from Exeter to Montrose cover a distance of around 416 miles (670 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Montrose to Exeter.

Cheap train tickets from Exeter to Montrose

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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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