Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Exeter to Truro on 12 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	16:14	Exeter St David's	2h 26m	18:40	Truro
Train	16:25	Exeter St David's	2h 35m	19:00	Truro
Train	17:17	Exeter St David's	2h 13m	19:30	Truro
Train	18:20	Exeter St David's	2h 19m	20:39	Truro
Train	19:20	Exeter St David's	2h 25m	21:45	Truro

Compare 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Truro

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Truro. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 5mAverage duration

75 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePEN 43 - PEN 96	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 63 - PEN 470	Average duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

3.9/545 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.6

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Truro by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Exeter to Truro?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Truro start from PEN 63. The average price for this train route is around PEN 143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Truro?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Truro is 2h 23m, covering a distance of 74 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Truro route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Truro?
The earliest train from Exeter to Truro departs at 07:42. And the latest train departs at 19:20.
Which is the best train operator from Exeter to Truro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Exeter to Truro?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Exeter to Truro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Exeter to Truro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.