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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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23

train journeys
per day

187

miles (302 kms)

3hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Exeter Central is approximately 187 miles (302 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Exeter Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:18
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    11:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:53
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:18
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:19
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:53
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:18
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:53
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:14
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:14
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:53
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    21:21
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:28
    Cambridge
    Exeter Central
    Cambridge to Exeter Central

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Exeter Central

The travel time between Cambridge and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Exeter Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Exeter Central. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Exeter Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Exeter Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.