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Trains from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's

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Trains to Exeter St David's from South Ruislip

First train

05:11

Last train

23:33

Departure stationSouth Ruislip
Arrival stationExeter St David's
Journey time

From 2h 53m

Distance

148 miles (238 km)

Frequency

26 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

What are the train times from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

Check out the next trains departing from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's 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
10:4714:123h 25m, 2 changes
11:0515:084h 3m, 3 changes
11:3715:123h 35m, 3 changes
12:4716:123h 25m, 2 changes
13:1016:593h 49m, 3 changes
13:4017:153h 35m, 3 changes
14:1018:093h 59m, 4 changes
14:4718:153h 28m, 2 changes
15:1019:033h 53m, 3 changes
15:4019:153h 35m, 3 changes

What are the train times from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

Get from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's in as little as 2 hours 53 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's takes around 4 hours 59 minutes. There are around 26 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between South Ruislip and Exeter St David's, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Chiltern Railways and CrossCountry.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

Want to know more about your journey from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Exeter St David's from South Ruislip?

To travel to Exeter St David's from South Ruislip, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 59 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 53 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

Trains from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's take an average of 4 hours and 59 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 53 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between South Ruislip and Exeter St David's by train?

The quickest journey time between South Ruislip and Exeter St David's by train is 2 hours and 53 minutes.

Are there direct trains from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

No, there are no direct trains running from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from South Ruislip to Exeter St David's?

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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 South Ruislip to Exeter St David's 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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