Train from Edinburgh to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Exeter on 18 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Haymarket
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Haymarket
Exeter St David'sNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
Exeter St David'sNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 18 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
18h 23mAverage duration
360 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceMAD 423 - MAD 1,545Average duration18h 23m
14kg CO₂e
Average priceMAD 792 - MAD 6,681Average duration7h 39m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Exeter by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Exeter start from MAD 792. The average price for this train route is around MAD 3,423. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Exeter is 7h 39m, covering a distance of 361 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 36m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Exeter?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Exeter departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
17/04
MAD 767
18/04
MAD 754
Today
MAD 754
20/04
No data
21/04
No data
22/04
MAD 767
23/04
MAD 762
24/04
MAD 768
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Exeter was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of MAD 754

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 754 to MAD 6,421 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 762, which is on 2026-04-23.

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