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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Exeter
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Exeter will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 7 trains that leave Bath for Exeter every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21:141h28Bath22:42Exeter£201One-way0 changes- 8:061h40Bath9:46Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 20:151h30Bath21:45Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 11:101h34Bath12:44Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 7:301h39Bath9:09Exeter£221One-way0 changes
- 21:141h28Bath22:42Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 20:151h30Bath21:45Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 11:101h34Bath12:44Exeter£201One-way0 changes
- 10:101h34Bath11:44Exeter£221One-way0 changes
- 6:301h38Bath8:08Exeter£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 109 km
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1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bath to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Exeter trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15516+G01131+C48000 | On time 8:07 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h26 | 10:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15516+G01131 | On time 8:07 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h39 | 9:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G14951 · G15184 | On time 8:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h08 | 10:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G14953+G01133 | On time 9:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 10:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G14953+G01133+C48004 | On time 9:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h09 | 11:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15519+G01135 | On time 10:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 11:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15519+G01135+C48010 | On time 10:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h22 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G14956+G01138 | On time 10:47 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 12:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15487+G01140+C48015 | On time 11:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h21 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15487+G01140 | On time 11:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 12:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15164 · G14979 · C48015 | On time 11:26 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h05 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W34686+W29862 | On time 12:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h24 | 13:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| W34686+W29862+C48021 | On time 12:20 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h11 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15521+W29868 | On time 13:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15521+W29868+C48025 | On time 13:11 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h21 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W34493 · C48811 · W34817 | On time 13:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h46 | 16:59 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G15165 · G14984 | On time 13:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h46 | 15:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15165 · G14984 · C48025 | On time 13:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h10 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G14959 · Y41669 | On time 13:26 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h06 | 15:32 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G14961+W29873+C48028 | On time 14:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 16:00 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G14961+W29873 | On time 14:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h22 | 15:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15524+G01148+C48033 | On time 15:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h58 | 17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15524+G01148 | On time 15:10 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 16:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G14906 · C48814 · W34827 | On time 15:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 3h50 | 19:03 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| G15168 · W34817 · C48033 | On time 15:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h46 | 17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15168 · W34817 | On time 15:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 16:59 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15489+W29884 | On time 16:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h33 | 17:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15489+W29884+C48037 | On time 16:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h49 | 18:02 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15016+G01150 | On time 16:39 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 18:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15016+G01150+C48039 | On time 16:39 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h54 | 18:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W34712+G01153+G15471 | 17:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h43 | 19:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W34712+G01153 | 17:22 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 18:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15078 · G15375 · G14985 | 17:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h36 | 20:05 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| W34719+G01154 | 18:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 19:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| W34719+G01154+C48048 | On time 18:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h10 | 20:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W34519 · G15443 · G14986 | 18:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h26 | 21:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| W34726+G01161_G66477 | On time 19:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h24 | 20:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| W34726+G01161_G66477+C01620 | On time 19:23 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h38 | 21:01 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15528+W29909+C48052 | On time 20:15 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h49 | 22:04 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Exeter
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Trains from Bath to Exeter run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 1:55 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Exeter trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Exeter from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Exeter by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Exeter
Most Bath to Exeter trains use the Bath Spa to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Bath and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Exeter station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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