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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 41 m
Trains on 17 Sept
12
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) you need to make at least one change.
G01133+
Y802418:122h42Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:54Exeter Central (EXC)£291One-way1 change- G01135+Y802489:122h42Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:54Exeter Central (EXC)£291One-way1 change
- G01131+Y418737:122h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:57Exeter Central (EXC)£291One-way1 change
- W29884+C0366715:122h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:05Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- G01150+G1523315:422h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:21Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- G01150+G1523315:422h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:21Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- W29873+Y8027213:122h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:53Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- G01140+Y8025410:122h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:53Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- W29868+Y8026612:122h42Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:54Exeter Central (EXC)£951One-way1 change
- G01133+Y802418:122h42Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:54Exeter Central (EXC)£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC):
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Exeter Central (EXC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 11m.
The journey is about 20m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£39 vs £43). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01131+Y41873 | 7:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h45 | 9:57 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01133+Y80241 | 8:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h42 | 10:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01135+Y80248 | 9:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h42 | 11:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01138+C01606 | 9:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h03 | 12:45 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01140+Y80254 | 10:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 12:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| W29862+Y80260 | 11:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h42 | 13:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| W29868+Y80266 | 12:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h42 | 14:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| W29873+Y80272 | 13:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 15:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01148+C03666 | On time 14:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 17:07 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| W29884+C03667 | 15:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 18:05 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01150+G15233 | On time 15:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h39 | 18:21 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
| G01153+C01615 | 16:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h44 | 18:56 Exeter Central (EXC) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 06:12. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 6:12 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter Central (EXC) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Central (EXC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter Central (EXC)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Exeter Central (EXC) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Exeter Central (EXC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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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