How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Exeter start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Exeter?

The average train ride duration from Bristol to Exeter is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 65 miles (105 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators service the Bristol to Exeter route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 29 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Great Western Railway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Exeter?

The earliest train departs from Bristol to Exeter at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

What is the best train operator from Bristol 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Exeter?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Bristol to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol 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.

Train Bristol to Exeter from $10

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	9:46am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	9:46am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	9:46am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	9:46am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	CheapestFastest
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:38am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 6m	8:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:45am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	9:46am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:58pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 8m	6:06pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	7:35am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	8:32am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 34m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:11am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:08am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:18am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 34m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Exeter on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:44am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:41am	Exeter St David's	CheapestFastest
Train	7:54am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 20m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:44am	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	9:41am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:54am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 20m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	9:50am	Bristol Temple Meads	1h	10:50am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:58 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

66 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $40	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $98	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $17	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bristol and Exeter?

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Exeter

A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK
B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $11

CrossCountry Bristol Exeter recent customer reviews

Very smooth, clean carriage inside but the windows could do with a clean outside

John G.

September 19, 2023

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Exeter by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Exeter start from $11. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Exeter?
The average train ride duration from Bristol to Exeter is 1h 19m, covering a distance of 65 miles (105 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Bristol to Exeter route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 29 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Exeter?
The earliest train departs from Bristol to Exeter at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.
What is the best train operator from Bristol 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Bristol to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol 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.

Best price found

12/06

$16

12/07

$27

Today

$20

12/09

$13

12/10

$13

12/11

$12

12/12

$51

12/13

$27

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $94 for a train ticket from Bristol to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Great Western Railway 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.