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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgwater to Exeter
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgwater to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgwater to Exeter will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bridgwater for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
13:420h41Bridgwater14:23Exeter£141One-way0 changes- 15:420h35Bridgwater16:17Exeter£251One-way0 changes
- 15:420h35Bridgwater16:17Exeter£251One-way0 changes
- 13:420h41Bridgwater14:23Exeter£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 58 km
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£16 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bridgwater to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Exeter trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42436 · C48001 | Delayed 8:48 9:42Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h51 | 10:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| C42436 | Delayed 8:48 9:42Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h40 | 9:25 9:25Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42437 · C48005 | On time 10:42 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h50 | 11:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| C42437 | On time 10:42 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h40 | 11:22 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42186+ G01137 | On time 10:54 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h52 | 11:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| C42438+G01139 | On time 11:42 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h42 | 12:24 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G01139+C42438 · C48011 | Delayed 10:58 11:42Bridgwater station (BWT) | 0h50 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| C42440+G01146+C48022 | On time 12:42 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 1h49 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| C42441+W29867+C48026 | On time 13:43 Bridgwater station (BWT) | 1h48 | 15:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Exeter
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Trains from Bridgwater to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 35m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 1:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Exeter from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridgwater to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater and Exeter
Most Bridgwater to Exeter trains use the Bridgwater to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter Central. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bridgwater station do trains to Exeter leave from?
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Exeter station do trains from Bridgwater 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 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.
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.
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