Trains to Exeter St David's from Purley
| First train | 04:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:54 | |
| Departure station | Purley | |
| Arrival station | Exeter St David's | |
| Journey time | From 3h 6m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (249 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Purley to Exeter St David's in 3 hours 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Purley to Exeter St David's? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 23 minutes to travel the 155 miles (249 km) from Purley to Exeter St David's by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 40 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Exeter St David's. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Purley to Exeter St David's in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Exeter St David's by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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