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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Birmingham New Street | Exeter St David's | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Exeter St David's | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Birmingham New Street | Exeter St David's | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 46 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 about the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 645
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Exeter by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Exeter start from R 645. The average price for this train route is around R 1 483. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Exeter is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 226 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Exeter 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 Birmingham to Exeter?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Exeter departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:12.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Exeter was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 620To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 620 to R 6 906 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 620, which is on 2026-02-04.
