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Trains from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter

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Trains to Exeter from Glenrothes With Thornton

First train

05:40

Last train

00:20

Departure stationGlenrothes With Thornton
Arrival stationExeter
Journey time

From 8h 22m

Distance

376 miles (606 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail

What are the train times from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

Check out the next trains departing from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:5818:439h 45m, 1 change
10:0319:039h 0m, 3 changes
10:0319:509h 47m, 1 change
11:0120:129h 11m, 3 changes
11:0120:479h 46m, 1 change
11:5921:149h 15m, 3 changes
11:5921:459h 46m, 1 change
13:0022:299h 29m, 3 changes
13:0022:429h 42m, 1 change
13:5923:329h 33m, 3 changes

Travelling from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter by train

If you're planning to travel from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter takes around 11 hours 38 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Exeter, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway, ScotRail and CrossCountry.

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Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

Want to know more about your journey from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

The fastest time a train can travel the 376 miles (606 km) from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter is 8 hours and 22 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

There are no direct trains that run between Glenrothes With Thornton and Exeter. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

How far is the train ride from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

The train ride from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter covers a distance of around 376 miles (606 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 8 hours and 22 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Exeter from Glenrothes With Thornton?

With the fastest journeys taking just 8 hours and 22 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Glenrothes With Thornton and Exeter is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter?

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If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Glenrothes With Thornton to Exeter is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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