Exeter to Ashford by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Ashford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Ashford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:10 View journey
Last train 19:56 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 313
Trains / day 58 View all
Cheapest journey £104.50 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 14m
Train operators 8

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Train travel between Exeter and Ashford: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Exeter to Ashford:

  • Cheapest tickets: £104.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Exeter to Ashford daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Ashford on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 58 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 06:41: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 19:56: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:10: departure of first train on weekends

  • 19:25: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 11 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long does the train from Exeter to Ashford take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 26 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 313 kilometres.

When do tickets between Exeter and Ashford go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Exeter and Ashford 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn more about train travel from Exeter to Ashford

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Exeter and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Ashford city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Exeter to Ashford

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

The train journey between Exeter and Ashford spans 313 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.