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Folkestone Central to Exeter by train
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:19 | |
| Departure station | Folkestone Central | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 4h 30m | |
| Distance | 206 miles (332 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Folkestone Central to Exeter by train
Looking to travel from Folkestone Central to Exeter by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 44 minutes to travel from Folkestone Central to Exeter by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 30 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 206 miles (332 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Exeter, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern to get to Exeter. 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 Folkestone Central to Exeter 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Folkestone Central to Exeter
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