Weston-super-Mare to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€21

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€30

Fastest journey on Sep 18

46 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

54 m

Trains on Sep 18

2

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 trains from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter, including 2 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.

  • CrossCountry
    11:39 AM0h46
    Weston-super-Mare
    12:25 PMExeter
    211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway
    7:26 AM1h01
    Weston-super-Mare
    8:27 AMExeter
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Weston-super-Mare to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, while a bus costs an average of €23.

Distance: 79 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€14

Average price

Cheapest

€23

Average price

€18

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

59m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is a train with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter:

A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter costing on average €23.

The fastest way to travel from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 59m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Weston-super-Mare and Exeter including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Weston-super-Mare to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Weston-super-Mare to Exeter trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountry11:39 AM Weston-super-Mare
0h46
12:25 PM Exeter0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway2:25 PM Weston-super-Mare
0h56
3:21 PM Exeter0 transfersDirect

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Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter

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Trains from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter run on average 16 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 8m.

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
79 km
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 8m
First train
5:39 AM
Last train
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
56 days
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: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Weston-super-Mare and Exeter from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€7
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
46m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
€70
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
56m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€60
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Weston-super-Mare 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is 1h 8m to travel the 79 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter leaves at 5:39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter, you can count on Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Exeter. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Weston-super-Mare and Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Exeter from Weston-super-Mare is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 8m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Weston-super-Mare and Exeter including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter

Most Weston-super-Mare to Exeter trains use the Worle to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Weston-super-Mare and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Weston-super-Mare
Arrival train stations in Exeter

Which Weston-super-Mare station do trains to Exeter leave from?

Trains from Weston-super-Mare to Exeter leave from Weston-Super-Mare. The station is from Weston-super-Mare city centre at Weston-super-Mare station, Station Approach, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1XY.
Weston-Super-MareWeston-super-Mare station, Station Approach, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1XY+44 345 700 0125WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Weston-Super-Mare from Weston-super-Mare city centre

Bus126, U2, 1, 20, 7 · 3m · €2 · every ~40 min

Weston-Super-Mare train station facilities and services

Weston-Super-Mare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Weston-Super-Mare.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Weston-Super-Mare.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Weston-Super-Mare.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Weston-Super-Mare: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. 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 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.

WorleWorle station, Station Approach, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 6WA+44 345 700 0125ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Worle from Weston-super-Mare city centre

Worle is 4 km from Weston-super-Mare city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWeston-super-Mare - London Paddington, Taunton - Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids - Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central, Plymouth - Cardiff Central, Taunton - Cardiff Central, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids - London Paddington, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - London Paddington, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down, Paignton - Bristol Temple Meads, Paignton - Cardiff Central, Exmouth - Cardiff Central, Weston-super-Mare - Bristol Parkway, Taunton - Gloucester, Weston-super-Mare - Cardiff Central, Penzance - Cardiff Central, Exeter Central - Bristol Temple Meads, Exmouth - Bristol Temple Meads, Penzance - Bristol Temple Meads · 6m · €2 · every ~5 min
BusA3 · 11m · €4 · every ~17 min
A3, 6 · 12m · €1 · every ~20 min

Worle train station facilities and services

Worle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Worle.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Worle.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Worle: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Worle: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Worle: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station, This station can be accessed step free to both platforms, however access to the Taunton bound line is via a ramp bridge of modest gradient. Both platforms can be accessed independently via drop off, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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