How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Bristol start at $15. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Exeter to Bristol?

The average train trip from Exeter to Bristol takes 1h 13m and covers 112 km. The quickest train gets you there in 57m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Exeter to Bristol route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Great Western Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Bristol?

The earliest train from Exeter to Bristol departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 10:43pm.

What is the best train operator from Exeter to Bristol?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Bristol?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Exeter to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Exeter to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Exeter to Bristol from $14

Next train departures

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	9:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:44am	Exeter St David's	1h 4m	8:48am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:44am	Exeter St David's	1h 4m	8:48am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	7:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:07am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	9:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:00am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:07am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	57m	4:24pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	10:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	11:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:59am	Exeter St David's	1h 32m	9:31am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	10:27am	Exeter St David's	57m	11:24am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	8:30am	Exeter St David's	1h 3m	9:33am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	58m	4:25pm	Bristol Temple Meads	CheapestFastest
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	58m	4:25pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	58m	4:25pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Bristol on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	3:27pm	Exeter St David's	58m	4:25pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 7m	8:27am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	7:52am	Exeter St David's	1h 28m	9:20am	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:57 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

106 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $58	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $139	Average Duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $24	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Exeter and Bristol?

Exeter

A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK
B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
Visit page
B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Bristol by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Bristol start at $15. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Exeter to Bristol?
The average train trip from Exeter to Bristol takes 1h 13m and covers 112 km. The quickest train gets you there in 57m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Bristol route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Bristol?
The earliest train from Exeter to Bristol departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 10:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Exeter to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Exeter to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Exeter to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$29

12-10

$29

Today

$29

12-12

$38

12-13

$33

12-14

$33

12-15

$33

12-16

$33

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Bristol was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $133 for a train ticket from Exeter to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.