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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Exeter
    Departure location: Exeter St David's
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Exeter
    Departure location: Exeter St David's
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Exeter
    Departure location: Exeter St David's
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Exeter
    Departure location: Exeter St David's
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Exeter
    Departure location: Exeter St David's
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Birmingham

Bus
Average PriceUS$13 - US$56Average Duration4h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$40 - US$436Average Duration2h 28m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$18 - US$32Average Duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Exeter to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2h 28mAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Exeter to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$174
Average train trip duration2h 28m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure7:20am
Distance225 km
Latest train departure7:27pm

Exeter to Birmingham Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Exeter - Birmingham

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

    The average train ticket price from Exeter to Birmingham is US$174. 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!

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-30
US$70
05-01
US$70
Today
US$78
05-03
US$61
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US$70
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Exeter to Birmingham was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of US$61

To 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 US$61 to US$415 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 US$61 which is on 2025-05-03.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, 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.

By choosing the train between Exeter and Birmingham, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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

Did you know?

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!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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