Train from Totnes to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Totnes to Exeter on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Totnes
Exeter St David'sCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Totnes
Exeter St David'sFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Totnes
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Totnes
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Totnes
Exeter St David'sNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Totnes to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 35mAverage duration
22 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£5 - £9Average duration1h 35m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£12 - £26Average duration32m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Totnes 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Totnes to Exeter start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Totnes to Exeter?

    The average train journey time from Totnes to Exeter is 32m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 30m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Totnes to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Totnes to Exeter?

    The earliest train from Totnes to Exeter departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Totnes to Exeter?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Totnes to Exeter?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Totnes to Exeter?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Totnes to Exeter?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Totnes to Exeter was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £25 for a train ticket from Totnes to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually CrossCountry 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.

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