St Ives to Exeter train travel explained

Want to know how to get from St Ives to Exeter by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from St Ives to Exeter take around 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 149 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving St Ives is scheduled to depart at around  07:25. The last departure is usually at around 21:37 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave St Ives at around 07:12, with the last train leaving at around 22:05. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$17.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Exeter, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Exeter.

Is there a direct train from St Ives to Exeter?

The journey between St Ives and Exeter usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from St Ives to Exeter every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from St Ives to Exeter?

The St Ives to Exeter train travel takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the St Ives to Exeter train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Exeter leaving St Ives at around 07:25 and the last train leaving at around 21:37 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves St Ives at around 07:12, with the final departure at 22:05.