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Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bracknell to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bracknell to Exeter will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
To travel from Bracknell to Exeter you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Bracknell to Exeter run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bracknell to Exeter.
The table below shows live departures for Bracknell to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 0:25 Bracknell | 2h56 | 3:21 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:53 Bracknell | 2h51 | 8:44 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:50 Bracknell | 2h37 | 9:27 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:50 Bracknell | 2h18 | 10:08 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:50 Bracknell | 2h23 | 11:13 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:20 Bracknell | 2h34 | 11:54 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:50 Bracknell | 2h14 | 12:04 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:20 Bracknell | 2h47 | 13:07 Exeter | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:50 Bracknell | 2h23 | 13:13 Exeter | 1 change | |
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City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.
Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.
Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.
Historic quay with waterside walks, canal heritage, independent shops and easy access to cycling and boat trips.
Well-kept Victorian park with broad lawns, flower beds, mature trees and links to the castle and city walls.
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent businesses and one of Exeter’s most distinctive walks.
A cider brandy from nearby Topsham, distilled from West Country cider apples. It is a long-standing Devon drink linked to the area’s orchards.
Traditional Devon split bread roll filled with thick slices of cured ham. It is a classic county snack and picnic staple around Exeter.
Sweet fried dough pieces once sold at Devon fairs, often dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic West Country treat associated with local baking.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with Devon produce. Smart but approachable setting for a more refined meal.
Historic quayside pub known for pies, British classics and local drinks. Relaxed atmosphere in one of Exeter’s most characterful old buildings.
Lively indoor market food hall with several independent traders. Good for sampling local produce, casual meals and coffee in a social setting.
Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Exeter St Davids -> Exeter city centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bracknell 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.

Most Bracknell to Exeter trains use the Martins Heron to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Bracknell and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Martins Heron is 1 km from Bracknell city centre. Public transport options include:
Martins Heron has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Martins Heron.
Wi-Fi is available at Martins Heron.
Ticket office support is available at Martins Heron.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martins Heron: Parking.
Available at Martins Heron: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martins Heron: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Both platforms are accessible to wheelchair users but interchange is via stepped footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bracknell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bracknell.
Wi-Fi is available at Bracknell. ATMs are available at Bracknell.
Ticket office support is available at Bracknell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bracknell: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bracknell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bracknell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Lifts to Platform 2 (for trains towards Reading), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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