Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Waverley | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Exeter St David's | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Exeter?
Edinburgh
- ARosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- BBoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Exeter
- A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK - B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £63
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Exeter by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Exeter start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £285. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Exeter is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 361 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 35m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Exeter?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Exeter departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 15:07.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Exeter was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £61 to £520 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £78, which is on 2025-12-16.
