Trains to Exeter Central from York
| First train | 02:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:53 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Exeter Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 45m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travel from York to Exeter Central by train in 4 hours 45 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from York to Exeter Central by train, look no further!
The average journey time from York to Exeter Central by train is 6 hours 46 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 45 minutes. You'll usually find 33 trains per day travelling the 246 miles (396 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Exeter Central. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway on your way to Exeter Central, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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