The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Exeter Central (EXC) for Bristol Airport 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 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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 coach and train for Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 93 km
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£52 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2h05 | 10:20 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h12 | 14:05 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 11:14. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 08:15 |
Last train 11:14 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and Bristol Airport from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) to Bristol Airport 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 Bristol Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter Central (EXC) and Bristol Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. 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: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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