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It takes an average of 6h 42m to travel from Norwich to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 246 miles (395 km). There are normally 73 trains per day travelling from Norwich to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:05 | |
| Departure station | Norwich | |
| Arrival station | Exeter | |
| Journey time | From 4h 33m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (395 km) | |
| Frequency | 73 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink |
Travelling from Norwich to Exeter by train
The train from Norwich to Exeter will take you from the East Anglian city down to the Devonshire Coast. Using Greater Anglia trains, the first stint of your journey will take you into London Liverpool Street station, where you'll need to hop on the London Underground to get to Paddington station. You'll then switch to a Great Western Railway train towards Exeter St David’s. Greater Anglia trains all come with WiFi on this route in particular, as well as food and drink, which are complimentary in First Class. There's also a buffet menu for passengers in Standard. Great Western Railway trains all come with First Class carriages, a buffet car or an at-seat buffet cart service, and a quiet carriage.
For more information on what you can find on a Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia train, you can visit our pages for these train companies.
Norwich to Exeter Route Information
Travelling from Norwich, you’ll pass through the East Anglian towns and cities of Ipswich, Colchester, and Chelmsford, before you reach London Liverpool Street, in the east of the capital. After a quick journey on the Circle line or the Hammersmith & City line, you'll find yourself at Paddington and ready to start the next part of the journey. You’ll leave London and travel firstly through the home counties, before crossing the Wessex Downs. From there it’s full speed ahead to your final destination, travelling through the Somerset countryside, before reaching the city of Exeter. We recommend a window seat on the second part of your journey, as the Somerset countryside and Devon landscape serve up some wonderful views.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Norwich to Exeter?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.