How much does a train ticket from Leicester to Exeter cost?

The average train ticket price from Leicester to Exeter is $544. The best way to find train tickets from Leicester to Exeter is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Leicester to Exeter?

A train trip between Leicester and Exeter is around 3h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 168 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Leicester and Exeter?

The number of trains from Leicester to Exeter can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Leicester to Exeter by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Leicester to Exeter?

When taking the train from Leicester to Exeter, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

What are the best sights and things to do in Exeter?

Once in Exeter, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Haldon Forest, Exeter City FC, Self-Guided Heritage Trails, Costum House at the Quay, Exeter Northcott Theatre.

Train Leicester to Exeter from $544

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Leicester to Exeter on September 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Leicester	3h 54m	11:44am	Exeter St David's	No tags
8:50am	Leicester	3h 54m	12:44pm	Exeter St David's	No tags
9:50am	Leicester	3h 54m	1:44pm	Exeter St David's	No tags
4:50pm	Leicester	3h 57m	8:47pm	Exeter St David's	No tags
5:50pm	Leicester	3h 54m	9:44pm	Exeter St David's	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Exeter.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $55	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$544 - $544	Average Duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $39	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Leicester to Exeter

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 40mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Leicester to Exeter: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$544

Average train trip duration3h 54m

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure7:07am

Distance167 miles (269 km)

Latest train departure5:50pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4

Wifi4.1

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $544

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Leicester to Exeter Train

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Exeter you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Leicester and Exeter, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Leicester to Exeter, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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