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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Exeter
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€32
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€50
Fastest journey on Oct 27
2 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
2 h 34 m
Trains on Oct 27
7
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Exeter will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 7 trains from Birmingham to Exeter, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:42 AM2h43Birmingham12:25 PMExeter€321One-way0 transfers- 8:42 AM2h43Birmingham11:25 AMExeter€331One-way0 transfers
- 9:12 AM2h32Birmingham11:44 AMExeter€371One-way0 transfers
9:12 PM3h05Birmingham12:17 AMExeter€441One-way0 transfers- 8:12 PM2h31Birmingham10:43 PMExeter€641One-way0 transfers
- 4:12 PM2h31Birmingham6:43 PMExeter€731One-way0 transfers
- 8:12 PM2h31Birmingham10:43 PMExeter€641One-way0 transfers
- 10:12 AM2h32Birmingham12:44 PMExeter€651One-way0 transfers
- 9:12 AM2h32Birmingham11:44 AMExeter€371One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM2h43Birmingham12:25 PMExeter€321One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Exeter
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Trains from Birmingham to Exeter run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Birmingham to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Exeter trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29873+C48028 | Delayed 1:15 PM 1:12 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h48 | 4:00 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873 | Delayed 1:15 PM 1:12 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 3:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 4:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148+C48033 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 5:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+C48037 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 6:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h34 | 5:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01150+C48039 | On time 3:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h51 | 6:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01150 | On time 3:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h27 | 6:09 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h31 | 6:43 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153+G15471 | On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 7:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| 8:42 AM Birmingham | 2h43 | 11:25 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:12 AM Birmingham | 2h32 | 11:44 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:42 AM Birmingham | 2h43 | 12:25 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:12 AM Birmingham | 2h32 | 12:44 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Exeter by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Exeter
Most Birmingham to Exeter trains use the Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Exeter station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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