Train from Exeter to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Exeter to Birmingham on 26 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Exeter St David's
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
4h 25mAverage duration
138 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £39Average duration4h 25m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£30 - £330Average duration2h 28m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Birmingham by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Birmingham start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. Which train operators serve the Exeter to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

  3. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Exeter to Birmingham departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 21:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
23/03
£73
24/03
No data
Today
£32
26/03
£32
27/03
£29
28/03
£29
29/03
No data
30/03
£29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Birmingham was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 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 Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £29 to £313 for a train ticket from Exeter to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2026-03-28.

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