Exeter to Nottingham by train

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Overview: trains from Exeter to Nottingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Exeter to Nottingham, 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 01:06 View journey
Last train 22:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 42m View journey
Distance (km) 297
Trains / day 55 View all
Cheapest journey €78.19 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 17m
Train operators 10

Exeter to Nottingham train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Exeter to Nottingham take around 3 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 297 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Exeter is scheduled to depart at around  01:06. The last departure is usually at around 22:11 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Exeter at around 01:06, with the last train leaving at around 22:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 55 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €78.19.

We think any time is a great time to visit Nottingham, 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 Nottingham.

Is there a direct train from Exeter to Nottingham?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Exeter to Nottingham 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 Exeter to Nottingham?

The Exeter to Nottingham train travel takes about 3 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Exeter to Nottingham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Nottingham leaving Exeter at around 01:06 and the last train leaving at around 22:11 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Exeter at around 01:06, with the final departure at 22:57.

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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.