Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gloucester | Exeter St David's | ||||
| Train | Gloucester | Exeter St David's | ||||
 | Train | Gloucester | Exeter St David's | ||||
| Train | Gloucester | Exeter St David's | ||||
| Train | Gloucester | Exeter St David's |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Gloucester to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 2 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 448, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Exeter by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gloucester to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Exeter start from R 448. The average price for this train route is around R 1 785. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Exeter is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 156 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Exeter route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Exeter?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Exeter departs at 07:49. And the latest train departs at 19:07.
Which is the best train operator from Gloucester to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gloucester to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gloucester 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Exeter was searched and found on 19 Aug 2026 with a price of R 423To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 423 to R 4 740 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 852, which is on 2026-08-21.
