Train from Southampton to Exeter: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Southampton to Exeter on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
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Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
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Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
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Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
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Great Western RailwayTrain
Southampton Central
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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 4mAverage Duration
96 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$127 - $127Average Duration3h 4m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$19 - $19Average Duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Exeter by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Exeter?

    The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Exeter start from $127. The average price for this train route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Southampton to Exeter?

    The average train ride duration from Southampton to Exeter is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 96 miles (155 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 33m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the Southampton to Exeter route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, Great Western Railway.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Southampton to Exeter?

    The earliest train departs from Southampton to Exeter at 8:34am. And the latest train departs at 8:34am.

  5. What is the best train operator from Southampton to Exeter?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews.

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

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Southampton to Exeter?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Southampton 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.

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