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The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Exeter
Showing times and prices for Nov 15
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
108 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Exeter will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Poole for Exeter on Sat, Nov 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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.
02:37PM7h08
Poole09:45PMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
07:22AM4h20
Poole11:42AMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
05:57AM3h41
Poole09:38AMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
07:57AM3h41
Poole11:38AMExeter
€551One-way
0 transfers
04:28AM4h15
Poole08:43AMExeter
€811One-way
0 transfers
07:57AM3h41
Poole11:38AMExeter
€551One-way
0 transfers
05:57AM3h41
Poole09:38AMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
04:28AM4h15
Poole08:43AMExeter
€811One-way
0 transfers
07:22AM4h20
Poole11:42AMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
02:37PM7h08
Poole09:45PMExeter
€541One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Poole to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. 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 train costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €48.
Distance: 108 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poole to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:31 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM Poole | 4h15 | 8:43 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:57 AM Poole | 3h41 | 9:38 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:22 AM Poole | 4h20 | 11:42 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:57 AM Poole | 3h41 | 11:38 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:37 PM Poole | 7h08 | 9:45 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Poole to Exeter run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 3h 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:51 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Poole to Exeter trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Poole and Exeter from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
€27
South Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
€68
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Poole to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole 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.
Cheap train tickets from Poole to Exeter can start from as little as €51 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Poole to Exeter is €67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Poole to Exeter train travel time is 3 h 30 min for the 108 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Poole to Exeter leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Poole to Exeter leaves at 20: 55.
There are 18 trains a day from Poole to Exeter which require at least one change with South Western Railway or Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the trip from Poole to Exeter you can take a train with South Western Railway or Great Western Rail. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Poole and Exeter on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 55.
A trip to Exeter from Poole is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Poole to Exeter is March.
You have options as you can travel to Exeter from Poole 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poole to Exeter
Poole
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Poole is Parkstone (Dorset). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parkstone (Dorset) for your trip from Poole to Exeter.
Parkstone (Dorset)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Parkstone (Dorset)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
Poole
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Poole
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Poole.
Exeter Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Exeter St Thomas
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
St James' Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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