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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Exeter
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Exeter will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 25 trains that leave Bristol for Exeter on Sun, Aug 09, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 59 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.
W298742:45 PM1h02Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3:47 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€121One-way0 transfers- G0114512:51 PM0h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:50 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€151One-way0 transfers
- W298691:45 PM1h00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:45 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€151One-way0 transfers
- G664769:50 AM1h00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:50 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€201One-way0 transfers
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C480029:50 AM1h42Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:32 AMExeter St Thomas (EXT)€241One-way1 transfer
- G006718:44 AM0h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:41 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€471One-way0 transfers
- G0114211:57 AM0h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:54 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€471One-way0 transfers
- G0113610:55 AM0h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:52 AMExeter St Davids (EXD)€471One-way0 transfers
- G0114512:51 PM0h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:50 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€151One-way0 transfers
- W299139:45 PM0h59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:44 PMExeter St Davids (EXD)€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 104 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Exeter trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01146+C48022 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h46 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01146 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 1:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01146+Y80264 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 2:23 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| W29867 | On time 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h59 | 2:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29867+Y80270 | On time 1:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 3:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C42442 · C48026 | On time 1:54 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 3:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C42442 | 1:54 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h29 | 3:23 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42442 · Y80273 | 1:54 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h57 | 3:51 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| W29872+C42683 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 4:07 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29872 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h01 | 3:46 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29872+Y80275 | On time 2:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 4:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C42443 | 2:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 4:31 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42443 · Y80278 | 2:56 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 4:52 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| W29878+C48034 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h20 | 5:05 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29878+Y80280 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 5:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| W29878 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h02 | 4:47 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42444 · C42685 | 3:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 5:39 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C42444 | 3:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h33 | 5:31 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29885+C48038 | On time 4:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h18 | 6:03 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29885+Y80283 | On time 4:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h12 | 5:57 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01149+Y80285 | On time 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h15 | 6:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01149+C48040 | On time 5:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h28 | 6:37 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01151+C48042 | On time 5:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 7:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01151+Y80291 | On time 5:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 7:23 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01156+Y80295 | On time 6:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 8:23 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41685 · C42481 | On time 6:51 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h59 | 8:50 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41685 · C48049 | On time 6:51 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 8:35 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01162+C48050 | On time 7:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 9:02 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01162+Y80299 | On time 7:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 9:24 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01164+Y80301 | On time 8:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h13 | 9:58 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01164+C48053 | On time 8:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h27 | 10:12 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
| Y41874 | 7:54 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 9:15 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41874 · C47990 | 7:54 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 9:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G00671+C47997 | 8:44 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h50 | 10:34 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G00671 | 8:44 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 9:41 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66476 | 9:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h00 | 10:50 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66476+C48002 | 9:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C33238 | 9:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 11:30 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01136+C48006 | 10:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01136 | 10:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 11:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41665 | 11:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 1:23 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01142+C48012 | 11:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 1:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01142 | 11:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h57 | 12:54 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Exeter
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Trains from Bristol to Exeter run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 57m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Exeter
Most Bristol to Exeter trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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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