Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Exeter St David's | Birmingham New Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Birmingham New Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:17 GMT.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 £30
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.
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 £143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Birmingham is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 140 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
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.
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Birmingham was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £29To 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 £311 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 2025-12-11.
