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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Exeter
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 17 Sept
20
Distance
93 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Airport to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Exeter will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Fast trains
To travel from Bristol Airport to Exeter you need to make at least 2 changes.
G15189 · C48030+
Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads14:052h28Bristol, Airport (BSA)16:33Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes- Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+
W29868+C4802512:552h37Bristol, Airport (BSA)15:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes - G15189 · Y80277+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads14:052h50Bristol, Airport (BSA)16:55St James' Park (SJP)£531One-way2 changes
- Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+W29873+Y8027413:552h27Bristol, Airport (BSA)16:22St James' Park (SJP)£531One-way2 changes
- Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+G01153+Y8029016:552h25Bristol, Airport (BSA)19:20St James' Park (SJP)£531One-way2 changes
- G01150+G15233+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads16:222h02Bristol, Airport (BSA)18:24St James' Park (SJP)£531One-way2 changes
- W29873+C48028+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads13:552h05Bristol, Airport (BSA)16:00Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes
- Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+W29884+C4803715:542h08Bristol, Airport (BSA)18:02Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes
- G01150+C48039+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads16:222h11Bristol, Airport (BSA)18:33Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes
- G01148+C48033+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads14:552h13Bristol, Airport (BSA)17:08Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£531One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol Airport to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 93 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£52 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol Airport to Exeter is a coach with an average price of £9.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Airport to Exeter:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Airport to Exeter costing on average £52.
The fastest way to travel from Bristol Airport to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.
Other travel options to Exeter take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 59m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol Airport and Exeter including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bristol Airport to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01133+C48004+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 8:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h37 | 11:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01133+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Y80244 | 8:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h26 | 11:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| G01135+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C48010 | 9:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h37 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01135+Y80251+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 9:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h26 | 12:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| G01140+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C48015 | 10:52 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h39 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01140+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Y80257 | 10:52 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h28 | 13:20 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| W29862+Y80263+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 11:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h26 | 14:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| W29862+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C48021 | 11:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h36 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W29868+Y80269+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 12:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h26 | 15:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| W29868+C48025+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 12:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h37 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W29873+Y80274+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 13:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h27 | 16:22 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| W29873+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+C48028 | 13:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h05 | 16:00 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15189 · Y80277+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 14:05 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h50 | 16:55 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| G15189 · C48030+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 14:05 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h28 | 16:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01148+Y80279+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 14:45 14:55Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h26 | 17:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| G01148+C48033+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | Delayed 14:45 14:55Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h13 | 17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| W29884+C48037+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 15:54 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h08 | 18:02 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01150+G15233+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 16:22 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h02 | 18:24 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
| G01150+C48039+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 16:22 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h11 | 18:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G01153+Y80290+Bus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads | 16:55 Bristol, Airport (BSA) | 2h25 | 19:20 St James' Park (SJP) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Airport to Exeter run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 2h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 19:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
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Things to do in Exeter
Discover the best of Exeter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Exeter trip today.
- Recommended
Exeter's Underground Passages
Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.
- Recommended
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.
- Must visit
Exeter Quayside
Historic quay with waterside walks, canal heritage, independent shops and easy access to cycling and boat trips.
- Recommended
Northernhay Gardens
Well-kept Victorian park with broad lawns, flower beds, mature trees and links to the castle and city walls.
- Recommended
Gandy Street
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent businesses and one of Exeter’s most distinctive walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Devon cider brandy
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.
Devon split and ham
Traditional Devon split bread roll filled with thick slices of cured ham. It is a classic county snack and picnic staple around Exeter.
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Devon fairings
Sweet fried dough pieces once sold at Devon fairs, often dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic West Country treat associated with local baking.
Rendezvous Wine Bar
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with Devon produce. Smart but approachable setting for a more refined meal.
The Old Firehouse
Historic quayside pub known for pies, British classics and local drinks. Relaxed atmosphere in one of Exeter’s most characterful old buildings.
Exeter Farmers Market
Lively indoor market food hall with several independent traders. Good for sampling local produce, casual meals and coffee in a social setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Exeter St Davids -> Exeter city centre
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buses from Exeter St Davids run to the city centre, but the centre is also about a 15-minute walk from the station.
- Contactless payment is available on Stagecoach buses. Check the operator app before travel for the best-value day ticket.
FAQs: Bristol Airport to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Airport to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Exeter covers a distance of 93 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Airport to Exeter is 93 km.
The first train from Bristol Airport to Exeter leaves at 7:05.
The last train from Bristol Airport to Exeter departs at 19:55.
Trains from Bristol Airport to Exeter run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Airport to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Airport to Exeter.
To get from Bristol Airport to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol Airport to Exeter.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Airport to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Bristol Airport to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Exeter offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque Somerset countryside and along parts of the stunning Devon coast, providing travellers with glimpses of rolling hills and charming villages.
A day trip from Bristol Airport to Exeter is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 1m and covers 93 km. However, there are 12 trips per day available by train.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Airport to Exeter.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Airport and Exeter
Most Bristol Airport to Exeter trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Bristol Airport and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Exeter
Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min
4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min
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.
Exeter St ThomasExeter St Thomas station, Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 1AJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainExmouth - Paignton · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
BusA, B, C, E, P · 9m · £2 · every ~44 min
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.
Exeter CentralExeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
BusH, K, Uni, 4A, 4 · 3m · £2 · every ~27 min
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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