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From Southampton to Exeter St Davids, take the fastest train in 2h 26m, typically 2h 46m. Daily, 32 trains depart from Southampton, with the first at 07:00 and the last at 21:56. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
10:23 Southampton Airport Parkway | 2h 46m, 1 change | 13:09 Exeter St Davids | CrossCountry | Find tickets |
10:57 Southampton Central | 2h 46m, 1 change | 13:43 Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
11:23 Southampton Airport Parkway | 2h 46m, 1 change | 14:09 Exeter St Davids | CrossCountry | Find tickets |
11:57 Southampton Central | 2h 45m, 1 change | 14:42 Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
11:57 Southampton Central | 3h 2m, 1 change | 14:59 Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
The train journey from Southampton to Exeter St Davids combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Southampton, you can get to Exeter St Davids in just 2h 26m, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from Southampton to Exeter St Davids is 2h 26m . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, there are no direct trains from Southampton to Exeter St Davids. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

While Southampton to Exeter St Davids trains are usually on time, delays or disruptions may occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. Finding a train timetable for your trip from Southampton to Exeter St Davids is easy with Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to get a detailed schedule of available trains. Input your travel details to discover the best routes, connections, and train times.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
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