Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Stoke-on-Trent | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stoke-on-Trent | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stoke-on-Trent | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stoke-on-Trent | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stoke-on-Trent | Exeter St David's | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, 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 £36
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £166. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter?
The earliest train from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter departs at 08:04. And the latest train departs at 19:04.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of £34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £34 to £379 for a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-20.
