The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 239 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 239 km
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4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for tomorrow, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 5h29 | 13:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:13 Brighton station (BTN) | 5h28 | 15:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 06:47 |
Last train 19:14 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Southern from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton station (BTN) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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