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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 | 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 |
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Compare 3 ways to go 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 $27, 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 $56
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Birmingham by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Birmingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Exeter to Birmingham is $267. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Exeter to Birmingham 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 trip from Exeter to Birmingham?
A train trip between Exeter and Birmingham is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 226 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Exeter and Birmingham?
The number of trains from Exeter to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Exeter to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Exeter to Birmingham?
When taking the train from Exeter to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.
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 Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $53To 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 $53 to $567 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 $53 which is on 2025-11-23.
