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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leeds | Exeter St David's | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Leeds | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leeds | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, 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 £50
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Exeter by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Exeter cost?
The average train ticket price from Leeds to Exeter is £246. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Leeds to Exeter is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Leeds to Exeter?
A train trip between Leeds and Exeter is around 4h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 27m. This is the time it takes to travel the 228 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Leeds and Exeter?
The number of trains from Leeds to Exeter can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Leeds to Exeter by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Leeds to Exeter?
When taking the train from Leeds to Exeter, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Exeter was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £66 to £512 for a train ticket from Leeds to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £66, which is on 2025-11-19.
