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Exeter to Coventry Train Timetable
Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Exeter and Coventry. The average train journey from Exeter to Coventry takes 3 hours and 58 minutes, but some CrossCountry + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (234 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 6m |
| Lowest price | £32.59 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Exeter to Coventry?
There are 3 train lines with service from Exeter to Coventry. Great Western Railway + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 16 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 15 | 3h 56m | £72.38 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 16 | 3h 56m | £91.84 |
| South Western Railway + Connections | 1 | 5h 2m | £99.98 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Exeter to Coventry start from £33, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Coventry. CrossCountry + Connections in Exeter leaves from Exeter St David's . And in Coventry trains arrive at Coventry Arena and 3 other train stations.
From Exeter to Coventry train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 6 minutes.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Exeter to Coventry start from £51, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Coventry. Great Western Railway + Connections in Exeter leaves from Exeter St David's . And in Coventry trains arrive at Tile Hill and 3 other train stations.
From Exeter to Coventry train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 3 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 6 minutes.
UK's South Western Railway operates passenger rail services in London, Windsor, Reading, and Southampton. Both standard class and first-class seating are available, with the first-class section clearly marked and physically separated from the rest of the train by internal doorways. These cars offer more space and quiet away from the more crowded areas.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Exeter to Coventry
The distance between Exeter and Coventry is approximately 145 miles, or 234 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 6 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Exeter to Coventry tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Exeter at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 32 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Coventry to Exeter.
City Information
Exeter
Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.
One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior's extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.
Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.
Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide coach services to the town from various locations across the country.
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Exeter?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Exeter St David's
St David's Train Station is the principal railway station that serves Exeter. Great Western Railway and CrossCountry operate several routes through this station, the most popular being the line to London Paddington. The station is a 15-minute walk from the city centre, but frequent local bus services also connect to the rest of Exeter. Inside the station, you'll find a bookshop and cafe along with amenities like restrooms and notice boards with train information. Several local shops, a Premier Inn Hotel, and a car hire agency all await right outside of the station.
All train stations in Exeter:
Exeter St David's
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Coventry Train Station
There are more train stations and stops in Coventry than most cities. Most trains from Exeter will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Coventry:
Train stations in Coventry:
Coventry Train Station
Coventry Arena
Tile Hill
Canley
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