Train from Taunton to Exeter: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Taunton to Exeter on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Taunton
Exeter St David'sCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Taunton
Exeter St David'sFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Taunton
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Taunton
Exeter St David'sNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Taunton
Exeter St David'sNo tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
27mAverage duration
28 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £13Average duration45m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£5 - £34Average duration27m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£5 - £5Average duration50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Taunton 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 Taunton to Exeter?

    The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Exeter start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £19. 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 Taunton to Exeter?

    The average train journey time from Taunton to Exeter is 27m, covering a distance of 28 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

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

    The earliest train from Taunton to Exeter departs at 07:11. And the latest train departs at 22:01.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Taunton to Exeter?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Taunton to Exeter?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Taunton to Exeter?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Taunton to Exeter?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
£7
10/12
£12
Today
£11
12/12
£19
13/12
£18
14/12
No data
15/12
£8
16/12
£5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Taunton to Exeter was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £33 for a train ticket from Taunton to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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