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

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Exeter start from PEN 38. The average price for this train route is around PEN 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Exeter?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Exeter is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 109 km. The fastest train gets you there in 54m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Exeter route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Great Western Railway .

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

The earliest train from Bristol to Exeter departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:53.

Which is the best train operator from Bristol 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 46 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Exeter?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bristol 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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol 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.

Train Bristol to Exeter from PEN 36

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 30 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:36	Bristol Parkway	1h 11m	20:47	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 1 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:45	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 1m	09:46	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 2 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Bristol Temple Meads	1h	17:45	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	07:35	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	08:32	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:18	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 34m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:14	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:11	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:18	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 34m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 3 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:44	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:41	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:41	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:54	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 20m	09:14	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:44	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:41	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:54	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 20m	09:14	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 4 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Exeter on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:11	Bristol Temple Meads	57m	09:08	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	Bristol Parkway	2h 2m	09:34	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:56 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bristol 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 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

54bus per day

2h 5mAverage duration

98 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePEN 28 - PEN 126	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 38 - PEN 357	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Exeter

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

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.5

Based on 47 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 Wi-Fi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 38

CrossCountry Bristol Exeter recent customer reviews

Very smooth, clean carriage inside but the windows could do with a clean outside

John G.

19 September 2023

Great Western Railway

4.0/542 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4.0

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Exeter start from PEN 38. The average price for this train route is around PEN 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Exeter is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 109 km. The fastest train gets you there in 54m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Exeter?
The earliest train from Bristol to Exeter departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:53.
Which is the best train operator from Bristol 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Exeter?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bristol 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bristol 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

27/04

PEN 106

28/04

PEN 73

Today

PEN 126

30/04

PEN 73

01/05

PEN 84

02/05

PEN 54

03/05

PEN 64

04/05

PEN 73

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Exeter was searched and found on 2 May 2026 with a price of PEN 54

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 54 to PEN 338 for a train ticket from Bristol to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 54, which is on 2026-05-02.