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

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Exeter start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Exeter?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Exeter is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 7m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Exeter route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Exeter?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Exeter departs at 07:37. And the latest train departs at 08:07.

Train Nottingham to Exeter from £142

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Exeter on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:07	Nottingham	4h 18m	12:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
	Train	08:07	Nottingham	4h 18m	12:25	Exeter St David's	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:22 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham 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 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

10h 55mAverage duration

182 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £36	Average duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£130 - £185	Average duration4h 7m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nottingham and Exeter?

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
Visit page

Exeter

A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK
B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

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 £130

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Exeter start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Exeter is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 7m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Exeter?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Exeter departs at 07:37. And the latest train departs at 08:07.

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Exeter was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £142

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

You can expect to pay from £142 to £393 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £142, which is on 2025-12-15.